Adult ED RN Transition Program (June, 2026)

Looking for a chance for growth and acquisition of new nursing knowledge and skills?  Our Adult Emergency Department Nurse Transition Program provides experienced registered nurses the opportunity to transition to a position in the Adult Emergency Department. The program will provide experienced nurses the opportunity to solidify the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to provide care in our Emergency Department.   
 
Throughout the Experienced Nurse Transition Program, we will emphasize the application of nursing knowledge and skills required for success as a transitioned Emergency Room nurse. The program offers focused, multidisciplinary classroom training, as well as a customized precepted clinical experience. Both the didactic and clinical components will emphasize the skills and knowledge base you will need to progress through the competency based orientation.  
 
During the transition program, you will be paid your hourly rate.  At the conclusion of the program, you will be placed in your final position per your offer letter.  

POSITION: Transition RN Residency   

DEPARTMENT: Adult Emergency Department 

REGULAR SCHEDULE: 36 hours, Day/Night Rotation, every third weekend, every other holiday 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Application Deadline is Sunday, February 22, 2026

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE: 36 Hours, TBD with every third weekend (must be available to work any shift, including weekends, until the completion of training, also includes 4 hours of paid ENA learning modules). Work full-time for 12 weeks in varying shifts. Selected candidates must make a two-year commitment to the unit that invests in training them.  

SCHEDULING SUMMARY  

• This schedule provides maximum exposure to the new clinical environment, colleagues, and patient populations.  

• Each nurse is responsible in collaboration with their preceptor and clinical nurse educator to devise weekly goals.  

• Basic computer proficiency is inclusive of the ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.  

• Effective interpersonal skills to facilitate communication with various healthcare team members, patients, and families.  

• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.  

• Multilingual skills (beyond that of English) in languages appropriate to the patient populations served by the Medical Center preferred.  

• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty, certification is preferred for certain practice areas. 

• Analytical ability to solve clinical nursing issues and conduct quality improvement projects.  

REPORTING STRUCTURE  

Following the American Nurses Association’s “Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice,” the registered nurse, under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, is primarily responsible for professional performance and direct patient care.  

ROLE DESCRIPTION  

The registered nurse is accountable for clinical, educational, quality, and fiscal patient care outcomes using the model of care designed by the nursing department and following established BMC policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and standards of practice.  

REQUIREMENTS:  

12 weeks competency based orientation, including ENA modeled Emergency Nursing specific classes and precepted shifts  

• 1+ years of acute care RN experience required. Telemetry or Critical Care RN experience preferred.

• BLS required  

• ACLS/TNCC certifications included during orientation 

• MA RN License required or ability to obtain a MA RN License prior to start date.

FOR INTERNAL BMC RN CANDIDATES, THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS APPLY. ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO BE CONSIDERED.

Experienced BMC RNs who wish to apply for the posted positions will be required to submit:

• A current resume;

• A letter of intent;

• One Professional Reference Questionnaire from either a current or recent BMC manager, Clinical Educator or BMC colleague who can speak to the applicant’s knowledge, ability, collegiality and commitment to excellence in patient care.  The Professional Reference Questionnaire can be found on the BMC Nursing homepage.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• BSN preferred 

• Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Basic computer proficiency is inclusive of the ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.  

• Effective interpersonal skills to facilitate communication with various members of the health care team, patients, and families.  

• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.  

• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty, certification is preferred for certain practice areas.