Registered Nurse (RN)- Operating Room Training Academy, February 2027

Where You'll Work:

Welcome to our February 2027 RN Post Graduate Training Program, where registered nurses embark on an exciting journey to become skilled professionals in the Operating Room! As part of this program, you'll engage in comprehensive classroom and clinical training to master the intricacies of the operating room. Joining the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist family in the OR Training Academy means stepping into a world of learning, support, and growth. Get excited to make a difference in patients' lives while soaking up the experience and mentorship that will set you up for success in your nursing career. 

About the OR Academy:

• Stage I: Commences with a comprehensive week of General Nursing Orientation followed by five weeks of immersive classes, featuring a blend of lectures, engaging discussions, skill training, return demonstrations, observational learning, and simulation exercises.

• Stage II: Dive into clinical rotations, with an emphasis on the care of surgical patients, covering both the vital circulator and scrub roles. Gain invaluable hands-on experience by working closely with dedicated preceptors in the OR, allowing you to develop the essential skills and knowledge required to provide safe and effective patient care.

What We Offer:

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work

• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

• Education Reimbursement: We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.

What You’ll Need:

• Less than 1 year of experience in the Operating Room

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing

• Registered Nurse licensure from the State of North Carolina Board of Nursing

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required

What You'll Do:

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Diligently readies for classroom and clinical commitments before arranging meetings.

• Consistently fulfills examination requirements on designated days.

• Keeps meticulous clinical case records.

• Upholds a constructive and enthusiastic demeanor during clinical rotations.

• Delivers age-appropriate care in strict accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Guidelines for the respective patient age groups when participating in patient care.

Where You’ll Live:

Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad Region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed gold courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries. Enjoy:

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average.

• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-oriented neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.