RN Residency, Adult ED Academy (Winter Cohort)
Job ID:
R181011
Shift:
Various
Full/Part Time:
Pay Range:
$34.90 – $52.35
Location:
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist – Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC
Winston Salem, NC 27157
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
36
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Varies
Adult ED New Grad Nurse Academy
Winston-Salem, NC
Calling all passionate and fearless New Grad RNs! Are you prepared to dive headfirst into the exhilarating world of the Emergency Department at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist? If you've recently graduated with your nursing degree and you're fueled by adrenaline, then our 24-week Emergency Department New Grad Academy is for you!
Picture yourself as an essential part of our dynamic team, where you'll learn from the best, adapt to rapid changes, and champion patient care like a pro. Our ED New Grad Academy is the ultimate adventure, designed with all the support and guidance you’ll need to succeed. Let's stand together on the frontlines of healthcare and create a legacy of courage and compassion. Are you in?
ED New Grad Academy Highlights
- Start Date: February 2026
- Program Length: 24 weeks
- Location: Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC
- Position Status: Full Time, variable hours, with transition to Staff Nurse after successfully completing the program.
Unforgettable Learning Sessions:
Wave goodbye to boring lectures! Get ready for weekly classes led by real-life ED pros – think experienced ED physicians and Certified Emergency Nurses. You'll explore all sorts of emergency illnesses, soaking up knowledge like a sponge. And guess what? You'll also dive into modules from the Emergency Nurses Orientation Curriculum. These online gems, created by the cool folks at the Emergency Nurses Association, are all about evidence-based learning. Exciting, right?
Hands-On Action:
Get ready to put your skills into action! You'll be spending 24 hours per week at the bedside, guided by a super experienced preceptor. Imagine being right there, in the heart of the action, in one of our six lively Emergency Departments within the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Region.
Get Pumped for What's Coming:
Here's a sneak peek at the incredible stuff you'll be rocking:
You'll become a pro at assessing adult and child trauma patients, following the Trauma Nursing Process like a boss. Fancy some certifications? You got it! Join the crew for the Trauma Nursing Core Curriculum (TNCC) and Emergency Care of the Pediatric patient (ENPC) – impressive badges for your nursing superhero cape. Brace yourself for adrenaline-pumping simulations. You'll be handling emergencies like a seasoned pro, taking care of adults and kids like the hero you are. Team up with your awesome preceptor to give top-notch care in the fast-paced Emergency Department – this is where the magic happens. Ever heard of Emergency Severity Index? You'll master it, making you the ultimate triage whiz!
What We Offer
- Need a breather? Enjoy generous PTO starting day 1!
- Want to keep learning? We're all in! Get up to $2,500/year for your bachelor's degree dreams and up to $5,000/year for your graduate degree aspirations.
- Feeling the wellness vibes? Dive into up to $1,500/year in wellness perks through our LiveWELL program. Your well-being is a big deal to us.
- Family matters, and we get it. New parents, you're covered with six weeks of paid maternity leave for birthing moms and four weeks of paid parental leave for everyone.
- Thinking about the future? We're on it! Secure your financial journey with up to 7% employer-paid contributions to your retirement fund.
What You’ll Need
- New Grad or Less than 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse
- Graduation from accredited School of Nursing; BSN preferred.
- Registered Nurse licensure from the State of North Carolina Board of Nursing
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines
Ready to kickstart your Emergency Room journey as a Registered Nurse? Joining the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist family in the ER New Grad Academy means stepping into a world of learning, support, and growth. Get excited to make a real difference in patients' lives while soaking up the experience and mentorship that will set you up for success in your nursing career. APPLY TODAY!
Advocate Health Care in Illinois and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin are the largest health systems in their respective states. As national leaders in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care serve patients across 28 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and nearly 450 sites of care. Both are now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, in addition to Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
