Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas is recruiting newly licensed Registered Nurses into its structured, year-long New Graduate RN Residency program. This is an ideal entry point for RNs within the first six months of professional practice who want a supported, cohort-based transition to acute-care bedside nursing at a well-resourced community health system. The program pairs each new graduate with a dedicated nurse preceptor from day one and combines classroom, online, and clinical learning across a full year — with a sign-on bonus of up to $30,000 to help you get started.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of up to $30,000, paid on a pay-as-you-go basis throughout employment
- Tuition reimbursement program available to support continued education
- Generous base pay commensurate with new graduate RN compensation in the San Antonio market
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage
- Structured one-year residency program at no cost to the new hire — orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing training are fully employer-supported
- Networking opportunities, social activities, and achievement celebrations built into the residency calendar
- Buddy and preceptor assignment program providing consistent mentorship throughout the residency year
Practice Highlights
- Year-long New Graduate RN Residency program designed specifically for RNs within the first six months of licensure — no prior nursing experience required
- Cohort-based model fosters peer bonding and a shared learning environment from the start of orientation
- Assigned nurse preceptor works alongside each resident beginning at orientation and continuing throughout the full program year
- Blended learning format: online modules, classroom instruction, and direct clinical practice in your selected unit/area of practice
- Residency curriculum covers acute-care regulatory requirements, critical thinking, interpersonal communication, patient safety, and quality improvement
- Proficiency development areas include: evidence-based clinical practice integration, shared decision-making, patient- and family-centered care, team communication techniques, safety and risk-reduction strategies, and appropriate use of health information technology
- Frequent structured touchpoints with program leadership, nursing administration, and physician leaders throughout the year
- Direct patient care responsibilities include per-shift assessment, care planning, implementation, and supervision of appropriately delegated staff
- Accountability structure supports CNO-level quality, safety, and resource management standards
- Part of a large regional health system with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers, offering long-term career mobility and specialty pathway options
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
- Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Texas required at time of hire
- Newly licensed RN within the first six months of professional RN practice — no prior clinical nursing experience required
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire or must be obtained within 30 days of employment
- Additional specialty certifications may be required during the course of employment depending on unit placement
- Proof of full vaccination or approved religious/medical exemption required prior to start date where mandated by applicable law; regular testing required for approved exemptions
About the Community
San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States, offering new graduates an exceptional quality of life at a cost of living well below comparable major cities. The city is home to a vibrant cultural scene rooted in its deep Hispanic heritage, world-class dining along the River Walk, the historic Alamo, and professional sports. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with nearby Hill Country providing hiking, swimming, and weekend escapes, while major destinations like Austin and the Texas Gulf Coast are within easy driving distance — making San Antonio a compelling place to launch a nursing career and build a life.