Registered Nurse (RN), New Grad - Cath Lab

Registered Nurse (RN), New Graduate - Nurse Residency Program

Job Type: Full-Time
Commitment-Incentive Bonus: $20,000

Your Experience Matters

At Wilson Medical Center, we believe your transition from student to professional nurse should be supported, celebrated, and filled with opportunities to grow. Here, you're not just valued as an employee - you're valued as a person. As a new graduate RN, you'll join a mission-driven team dedicated to making communities healthier while building the foundation for a long, successful nursing career.

This posting is for all new graduate RNs completing their program by Spring 2026.

Nurse Residency Program Highlights

• $20,000 Commitment-Incentive Bonus
• A year-long cohort with fellow new graduate nurses
• Earn CEs for your first licensure renewal
• Dedicated clinical preceptor throughout orientation
• Participation in simulation experiences
• Rotations through specialty areas
• Ongoing mentorship from a nurse educator

How You'll Contribute

You'll make an impact by:

• Delivering safe, evidence-based care with the support of experienced preceptors
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to shape exceptional patient experiences
• Leveraging advanced technology and clinical tools to support patient well-being
• Participating in structured learning, simulation, and specialty rotations
• Building confidence and competence through hands-on practice and mentorship

Why Join Wilson Medical Center?

Wilson Medical Center offers the perfect balance of hands-on learning and a supportive, close-knit culture where new nurses thrive. Our 294-bed facility has served Wilson County and surrounding communities for more than 55 years, offering services in orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women's care, emergency medicine, imaging, and more. We also operate nine multi-specialty clinics, a wound center, radiation/oncology center, rehabilitation and nursing care center, and a 5‑star daycare.

New graduates gain strong clinical foundations across a variety of units:

• Medical-Surgical Units (2) - broad exposure to diverse patient populations
• Telemetry Unit - develop strong cardiac and monitoring skills
• Adult Behavioral Health Unit - build therapeutic communication skills and support patients with mental health needs
• Women's Services (Labor & Delivery, Postpartum) - maternal, newborn, and gynecological care
• Emergency Department - dynamic, fast-paced environment with strong provider-nurse collaboration
• Endoscopy - assist with diagnostic and therapeutic GI procedures and develop procedural nursing skills

What truly sets Wilson apart is our culture. We are a walk‑through‑the‑halls‑and‑say‑hi kind of place. Leadership is approachable, preceptors are invested, and teamwork is genuine. You'll feel supported, seen, and valued from your very first day.

Why Live in Wilson?

Wilson, North Carolina is an ideal place for new nurses to launch their careers. The city offers:

• A friendly, small-town feel with the perks of a growing community
• Local restaurants, coffee shops, and seasonal Farmers' Markets
• Outdoor recreation at Wilson and Buckhorn Lake - paddle boarding, fishing, walking trails
• The annual Whirligig Festival
• The upcoming Wilson Warbirds MiLB team debuting in 2026
• Quick access to Raleigh for concerts, entertainment, and RDU Airport

Wilson is a place where you can build your career and enjoy a balanced, fulfilling life.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical plans starting as low as $10 per pay period
• Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees

Financial Protection & PTO

• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid family leave
• Generous paid time off

Financial & Career Growth

• Tuition assistance and certification support
• Student loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee Well-Being

• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• Free gym memberships
• Virtual care and mental health services
• Employee discount programs

Professional Development

• Ongoing education and advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time and part-time employees

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current NC RN license or eligibility to practice in a Nurse Licensure Compact state
• Diploma in Nursing, ADN, or higher from an accredited program
• 0-6 months RN experience
• American Heart Association BLS required
• ACLS, PALS, and/or NRP required within 6 months of hire (based on unit placement)

Connect With a Recruiter

Not ready to apply or have questions?
Contact Justin Cruthers at Justin.Cruthers@lpnt.net.

About Wilson Medical Center & Lifepoint Health

Wilson Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network spanning 29 states with a mission of Making Communities Healthier. We believe success is achieved through talented people, and we are committed to creating workplaces where employees can grow, thrive, and build meaningful careers.

EEOC Statement

Wilson Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.