New Grad RN Residency Program All Specialties (February 2026 Cohort)

Responsibilities
Registered Nurse (RN) - New Grad Residency Program (February 2026 Cohort)
The George Washington University Hospital - Washington, DC
Start Date: Monday, February 23, 2026
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Program Overview
Launch your nursing career at an academic medical center known for innovation, complexity, and impact. The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) invites newly licensed nurses to join our February 2026 Nurse Residency Program - a structured, one-year transition-to-practice experience combining hands-on clinical training, preceptor guidance, simulation, and monthly professional development sessions. You will practice in a Level I Trauma Center, Level III NICU, and Comprehensive Stroke Center - learning in the same environment that educates tomorrow's healthcare leaders.
Program Details & Available Units
New Grad RNs apply once under this posting and then rank their preferred units or specialty areas. Applicants are matched based on their preferences, clinical exposure, and hospital needs.

• Emergency Department
• Intensive Care
• Intermediate Care
• Medical-Surgical
• Telemetry
• Neuro-Trauma
• Oncology
• Rehabilitation
• Operating Room
• Women's Health

Schedule: Day or night shifts; most cohorts begin on nights with weekend/holiday rotations per unit policy. Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Base Rate: $38.45 per hour
• Automatic Increase: After 6 months of successful residency participation, the base rate automatically increases to $40.37 per hour
• Shift Differentials: $4.00-$8.00 per hour (evening, night, weekend, and holiday)
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $6,000 for eligible candidates relocating to the DC area
• Commuter Benefits: $100 monthly commute subsidy and Metro stipends
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; PTO; 401(k) with match; tuition reimbursement; student loan refinancing via SoFi; EAP support; and robust career development opportunities.
• Residency Retention Incentive - your growth is built in from day one.

Program Highlights

• Dedicated 1:1 preceptor support with progressive competency goals
• Monthly residency classes and skills labs with our Clinical Education team
• Debriefs and mentorship sessions to support resilience and confidence
• Evidence-based practice project and graduation presentation
• Ongoing career path options across GW Hospital and UHS facilities

Qualifications
Required:

• New grad RNs MUST have taken their NCLEX and passed before the start of the program. It is strongly recommended to sit for a DC RN license when registering to take your boards.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or active enrollment with a commitment to complete within 5 years
• Minimum GPA 3.0 from an accredited NLN or AACN program
• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• DC RN license required by start date

Preferred:

• Prior experience as a CNA, PCT, EMT, Unit Secretary, Extern, or similar clinical role
• Senior practicum or rotation in desired specialty

Application Process & Timeline

Apply online under this posting and upload your resume.

Selected candidates will be sent the Residency Questionnaire (rank your top three preferred units or specialties, GPA, license state, and graduation date).

Please include two references with your questionnaire responses ( one must be from a clinical instructor or professor)

Selected candidates will be invited for interviews and unit matching in late fall to early winter 2025.

Start Date: Monday, February 23, 2026 Program Length: 1 year
About The George Washington University Hospital
GW Hospital is a 395-bed academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, affiliated with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. As a nationally recognized leader in complex care, GW Hospital offers advanced services in neurosciences, trauma, heart and vascular care, women's health, oncology, and surgery.
About Universal Health Services
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