RN Residency Program

RN Residency Program

Participate in the RN Residency Program at UNC Health Wayne to bridge the gap between your nursing education and your professional career. You'll receive help from our experienced team to reach your potential as a nurse.

Job Description

• Make the transition to the hospital work environment through our innovative RN Residency Program.
• Develop your nursing skills and strengths.
• Adjust to a fast-paced acute care hospital setting.
• Gain confidence in your nursing abilities.
• Learn how to handle everyday situations nurses face.
• Train for the new nursing position you'll move into at UNC Health Wayne.

What to Expect

Whether you're a new graduate or a nurse returning to the acute care setting, you'll begin your nursing position in our RN Residency Program. After your UNC Health Wayne orientation, you'll start your residency journey.

During your first 12 weeks, you'll:

• Learn service protocols, problem-solving skills, and build self-confidence as you apply your skills to patient care.
• Explore the collaborative relationships between RNs in an interdisciplinary, patient-centered care team with direction from our coordinator and special preceptors.
• Join group learning sessions led by clinical educators at Wayne UNC. You'll have time to debrief, get your questions answered, and receive support.

Transferring to Your Nursing Unit

After the first few weeks in the program, you'll transfer to your chosen nursing unit. Partnering with your appointed preceptors, you'll evaluate and set your clinical orientation goals. Throughout your residency, you'll receive regular support from your assigned peer mentor.