What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Grad RN October Cohort position at Northwest Healthcare?
Job Summary
New Grad RN Program cohort starts October 19th, 2026 @ Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ located at 6200 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Apply today and a Clinical Recruiter will contact you for interviews and invitation to upcoming Hiring Events!
Positions will be full time working 12 hour shifts in an assigned department and shift.
Program Highlights
Full-time employment with 12-hour shifts
Department and shift assignments based on interest, fit, and availability
8–12 week structured orientation with ongoing support through your first year
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement and up to $20,000 in student loan repayment
401(k) with company match
Pet insurance and legal assistance plan
Hospital perks and employee discounts
Flexible scheduling
Supportive and engaged team environment
The RN New Grad program cohort is an 8-12 week program guideline, including being supported as a new grad for your first 12 months.
Evidence-based curriculum that adapts throughout the first year of practice. Development of professional relationships through cohort experience and collaboration with peers, dedicated preceptors and educators.
Experience growth in your clinical reasoning skills through preceptorship, simulation, case studies, role-playing, group discussions, self-reflection and active learning activities in a trusting and supportive environment that builds confidence and self- reliance in order to help you to be successful in your new nursing career.
Position Qualifications/Minimum Requirements
Education Required: Associates or Diploma in nursing program
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in nursing
Licenses/Certifications Required
Current Arizona RN license or compact state license
American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) BLS ( Must be valid for 90 days upon hire )
New grad RNs have 180 days to cert if ACLS or other cert required for dept.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, seven urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. NMC provides a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work. Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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New Grad RN Program cohort starts October 19th, 2026 @ Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ located at 6200 N. La Cholla Blvd.
Apply today and a Clinical Recruiter will contact you for interviews and invitation to upcoming Hiring Events!
Positions will be full time working 12 hour shifts in an assigned department and shift.
Program Highlights
Full-time employment with 12-hour shifts
Department and shift assignments based on interest, fit, and availability
8–12 week structured orientation with ongoing support through your first year
- Variety of units available!
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement and up to $20,000 in student loan repayment
401(k) with company match
Pet insurance and legal assistance plan
Hospital perks and employee discounts
Flexible scheduling
Supportive and engaged team environment
The RN New Grad program cohort is an 8-12 week program guideline, including being supported as a new grad for your first 12 months.
Evidence-based curriculum that adapts throughout the first year of practice. Development of professional relationships through cohort experience and collaboration with peers, dedicated preceptors and educators.
Experience growth in your clinical reasoning skills through preceptorship, simulation, case studies, role-playing, group discussions, self-reflection and active learning activities in a trusting and supportive environment that builds confidence and self- reliance in order to help you to be successful in your new nursing career.
- Must have RN License prior to start date.
Position Qualifications/Minimum Requirements
Education Required: Associates or Diploma in nursing program
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in nursing
Licenses/Certifications Required
Current Arizona RN license or compact state license
American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) BLS ( Must be valid for 90 days upon hire )
New grad RNs have 180 days to cert if ACLS or other cert required for dept.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, seven urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. NMC provides a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work. Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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