RN Graduate Nursing
Application Submittal Dates: March 28th – April 15th Eligibility
- Current CPR certification
- Graduated from an accredited nursing program.
- Official transcripts
- Two (2) clinical references will be required if selected for an interview.
How to Apply
Visit www.jpshealthnetwork.org for information on the RN Graduate Nurse process and for answers to questions you may have regarding the process. Please review the information in its entirety prior to applying.
To begin the process, you must first complete and submit either the Online Application or Internal Transfer Request Form.
For additional information or to answer any questions you may have. Please email your questions to graduatenurse@jpshealth.org.
Graduate Nurse FAQ’s
Q: How does the RN New Graduate process work?
A: Talent Management evaluates the pool of applicants that apply by the application deadline. All applicants that are selected to move forward are not guaranteed employment. However, if you are selected, your information will be reviewed by various departments/units that accept RN Graduate Nurses. You will receive notification of your status in the process approximately 3-6 weeks after the application deadline.
Q: How many applications do I need to submit?
A: You will just need to submit one, and if you are selected for interview this can be sent to any of our Units.
Q: Do I need to provide any additional paperwork?
A: You will be required to send in two letters of references from your instructors if selected for interview. You may have them emailed directly to the Talent Consultant.
Q: Do I apply directly to the RN positions I see posted online?
A: No, all posted RN positions require at least 6 months of RN experience for consideration. If you have less than 6 months of RN experience, you will need to apply to the Graduate Nurse position. This is the only way to ensure your application is received by our Talent Consultant.
Q: How can I check the status of my application?
A: When you complete the online application, you will receive a response within 72 hours regarding your application.
Q: What happens if I am not selected to move forward in the RN New Graduate process?
A: If you are not selected to move forward you will be notified. We will keep your information on file for 90 days, should our needs change.
Q: Do I need to know which unit I would like to work with before I apply?
A: Not when submitting your application, however if you are selected to move forward in the RN New Graduate process, you will have an opportunity to speak with a team member about various units throughout JPS Hospital. They can answer questions you have about these Units and assist you with your selection.
Q: When am I no longer considered a New Graduate nurse?
A: A new graduate nurse becomes an experienced nurse after gaining 6 months of nursing experience.
Q: How long will I be in my Internship program?
A: Internship programs will vary with each unit, but typically last 10-20 weeks, during this time you will receive didactic and time with your preceptor.