<p>North Central Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas is recruiting a New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) for its Medical-Surgical unit — an ideal entry point into acute care nursing within a faith-inspired, full-service health system with more than 120 years of community presence. New grads are welcomed with no prior experience required, a structured orientation period with competency milestones, and a sign-on bonus opportunity. San Antonio's robust healthcare market, low cost of living, and year-round climate make this a compelling first placement for nurses launching their careers.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on bonus available for qualifying candidates</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Medical-Surgical unit within a full-service acute care hospital — broad patient population with general medical and post-surgical acuity</li> <li>Part of a six-hospital health system that also includes a specialized children's hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, imaging centers, fitness and rehabilitation centers, and ambulatory services</li> <li>System-affiliated Baptist School of Health Professions supports an active teaching and professional development culture</li> <li>Structured introductory orientation period with defined competency milestones — designed to support new graduate success</li> <li>Nursing care model assigns patients based on matching patient needs to nurse competencies, with minimal supervision as proficiency develops</li> <li>Pathway exposure to telemetry, ICU, PICU, and NICU units within the broader system for nurses seeking future specialty transitions</li> <li>System includes a physician network and imaging centers, supporting coordinated, multidisciplinary care</li> <li>More than 120 years of continuous community service in the San Antonio region</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred</li> <li>No prior experience required; two years of acute care experience in med/surg, telemetry, or ICU is preferred</li> <li>Active Texas State Registered Nurse license required at time of hire</li> <li>Active Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required on hire (American Red Cross or AHA accepted); AHA Healthcare Provider BLS must be obtained within 60 days of hire</li> <li>AHA ACLS required within 60 days of hire for nurses placed in Adult Critical Care, Telemetry, or Interim Critical Care units; should be completed before the end of the orientation period</li> <li>AHA PALS required within 60 days of hire for nurses placed in the Pediatric ICU; should be completed before the end of the orientation period</li> <li>AHA NRP required within 60 days of hire for nurses placed in the NICU</li> <li>S.T.A.B.L.E. certification required for NICU/Level 2 Nursery placement — proof of prior completion accepted, or must be obtained within 6 months of hire or transfer (renewal not required)</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States and one of Texas's most livable metros — offering an exceptionally low cost of living relative to its size, a warm climate, and a rich cultural identity shaped by deep Hispanic heritage, a strong military presence, and a thriving culinary and arts scene. The River Walk, historic missions, and proximity to the Texas Hill Country provide year-round recreation and outdoor access, while highly regarded public and private school options make it a strong choice for nurses relocating with families. Major airports and interstate connectivity place Austin, Houston, and Dallas all within comfortable driving distance.</p>