The Summer 2026 NICU Transitional RN Residency for experienced RNs is now accepting applications. If offered, the program will start on August 24, 2026. This position is for experienced RN's wanting to join the Baptist Hospital NICU team with a minimum of 1 year of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting. Most or all positions available will be for the night shift.
Applications must be completed and submitted via the Internet only. Program availability is subject to change and will only run based on organizational needs. Register your interest in the event that an NICU Transitional Residency takes place. Placement, interview, and location preferences are not guaranteed. All available positions are for the night shift.
The Registered Nurse is a licensed professional able to demonstrate the following core competencies: assessment, technical skills, communication, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, planning, intervention, evaluation, flexibility, organizational skills, professional accountability, leadership and service. This course is designed to provide nurses with theoretical knowledge needed to provide holistic family-centered care to women, their infants, and family members during the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum period; and is targeted toward registered nurses who are new to perinatal nursing. Content included in the program is appropriate to nurses who are experienced, but new to perinatal care.
At Baptist Health, nursing is a top priority. We recognize the unique value our nurses bring to our high quality evidence-based patient-and-family centered care environment. Our Professional Nurse Advancement Program recognizes and rewards Nurses at Baptist Health for being committed to personal and professional growth while continuing to provide high quality direct patient care. Use your BSN to demonstrate your clinical proficiency and professional competence at Baptist Health and come join the best place to be your best.
Estimated pay range for this position is $38.87 - 50.14 per hour depending on experience.
Qualified candidates interested in the NICU Transitional Residency must:
- Have a Current FL RN License
- Have a current BLS for Healthcare Provider card
- Have 1 year of current RN experience in a hospital setting (required)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. All Associate Degree nurses accepted into the program must agree to achieve their BSN degree within 3 years of start date.
Please note you must complete the screening questions and the pre-employment assessment in order for your application to be considered.
Candidates selected will need to provide the following documents:
- Copy of Nursing Degree/Diploma or Official/Unofficial Transcript indicating the nursing degree awarded
- Copy of FL RN license
- Copy of BLS for Healthcare Provider card with 3/2027 or later expiration date.
EOE, including disability/vets
