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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the next cohort of our Nurse Residency Program.

Our Nurse Residency Program is an intensive, integrative, and collaborative approach to preparing new graduate nurses to lead in the advancement of nursing care for children, adolescents, and young adults through innovation, expansion of evidence-based practice, and the global sharing of knowledge.

Please Read Carefully before submitting your application.

Requirements

Open to new or upcoming BSN graduates who are transitioning from school to patient care. To participate, candidates must have completed their BSN program before this cohort begins in January 2025.

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Upload ALL documents in the "RESUME" section BEFORE you hit the submit button for the application. Upload the following documents BEFORE you submit the application because you will NOT be able to upload documents after application is submitted. We will not consider your application if documents are not uploaded. <<<<

• Resume
• A copy of your transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)
• Reference letter
• Personal statement or cover letter (300 word limit)

UPLOAD THESE DOCUMENTS IN THE "RESUME" SECTION BEFORE YOU SUBMIT THE APPLICATION

What to expect

Through a comprehensive blend of didactic and simulation content, our nine-month curriculum ensures that new graduate nurses have the comfort and confidence to excel in their new role as a Pediatric Oncology Nurse at St. Jude.

Our program is unique, offering unrivaled support for new nurses as they begin their journey to practice :

Not licensed yet? We can help! Our unique model allows new graduates to join the program before they're licensed, and we provide extensive support to help you prepare for the NCLEX including study materials, designated study time, and group test-prep. And of course all the high fives you can handle the day you pass.

Not sure which department is for you? No problem. The program begins with a six week rotation through all of our nursing service lines where you'll have the opportunity to experience and explore nursing roles in our Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics, and Nursing Surgical Services. Rotations culminate in a Match Day celebration where you'll match with your new team!

Minimum Education :

BSN required for new graduate nurses

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

GPA 3.2 or above strongly preferred

Tips for Documents :

Unsure about your reference letter? Stumped by the personal statement? Read on for helpful tips on making your supporting documents shine.

Ready to take a look around? Begin your journey with a of our campus. New to Memphis? Welcome! You'll love it here! Our residency cohorts come from across the country, so we have amazing programs in place an internal roommate-finder program, group outings, and volunteer opportunities to help you meet new people, explore new places, and make Memphis your home.

Graduate nurse salary : $33.08 / hour

Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $31.50 - $55.00 per hour for the role of Graduate Nurse Resident.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has a diverse, global patient population and workforce, built on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our founder Danny Thomas envisioned a hospital that would treat children of the world—regardless of race, religion or a family’s ability to pay. .

Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity and inclusion is foundational to success. With the commitment of leaders at all levels of the organization, we strive to ensure the St. Jude culture, leadership approaches and talent processes are equitable and culturally responsive. View our to learn about the hospital’s roots in diversity, equity and inclusion, where we are today and our aspirations for an even better future.

No Search Firms

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and / or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.