Resident and Fellow RNs

RN Residents will:

• Transition from entry-level advanced beginner to competent professional nurse in the clinical environment.
• Develop effective decision-making skills related to clinical judgement and performance.
• Develop strategies to incorporate research-based and other evidence into practice.
• Implement clinical leadership skills at the point of patient care.
• Practice collaboratively as members of the inter-professional healthcare team.
• Formulate an individual career plan that promotes a life-long commitment to professional nursing.

Focus on your education and testing with the peace of mind knowing your career is waiting for you.

Providence Swedish offers an extended application period, allowing pre-graduate and new nurses to apply and secure a job up to 120 days before they start. While application periods are approximate and may vary slightly year over year, we recommend checking our career site 4 months before start dates for job postings. Applications may be open/accepted until 4 weeks prior to the cohort start date, unless available openings are filled sooner. Reference the chart below to identify your target start date and corresponding approximate application period.

The below are required before your start date, but you are encouraged to apply before graduation and NCLEX testing:

RN Residents

• Graduation from an ADN, BSN or entry-level Master's in Nursing program
• Have less than 1 year of RN nursing experience at the start of the Residency cohort
• Active, unencumbered Washington RN license upon hire
• Active American Heart Association BLS card upon hire

RN Fellows

• Active, unencumbered Washington RN license upon hire
• Active American Heart Association BLS card upon hire
• 1 or more years of RN experience

The first program phase for Residents and Fellows includes:

• An evidence-based curriculum grounded in adult learning theory and using flipped classroom methodology
• Interactive simulations
• Shifts on the unit every week with a preceptor, where you will apply your knowledge and develop your skills and workflow
• Instructional and 1:1 evaluation support by our team of Professional Development Specialists

Orientation continues on the unit with a preceptor for the full FTE until the Resident or Fellow can independently care for a typical assignment at a typical acuity level.

Expected orientation time can vary by specialty and location.

Continued support after orientation:

• Transition to Practice classes, where you can connect and collaborate with other RN Residents, throughout the first year
• Development of an evidence-based practice project to showcase at the completion of the program

Providence Swedish is committed to your ongoing professional development by offering a mentorship program, explorative learning, and continuing education opportunities.

How does the hiring process and timeline work?

Human resources will post available RN Resident positions prior to the projected cohort start date. Candidates who meet basic screening criteria can self-schedule a video interview with a hiring panel. You will be asked about your specialty and/or unit preferences, and should be prepared to demonstrate your critical thinking.

An early application submission & interview date will give you the best chance to work in your preferred specialty since smaller and/or more popular units may fill before the hiring window closes but be assured that hiring teams will continue to interview until all positions are filled for the cohort or until the deadline is reached.

How many hours per week do residents work?

This is a full time position that requires 72-80 hours per two week pay period including nights, weekends and holidays. The number of hours worked per week can vary to accommodate education time and simulation experiences; and you will likely follow your preceptor's schedule for unit clinical time.

Will I be working nights, weekends and holidays?

Nurse residents are full time employees. Your schedule may include nights, evenings; and will include weekends and holidays.

Do I get vacation time during my residency?

Residents receive the same vacation, paid holidays and sick leave allowances as other contractual nurses. As Residency is an intensive program time off or scheduling requests during orientation are not accommodated.

Am I obligated to stay at Providence Swedish after the completion of my Residency?

Certain locations require that you stay at Providence Swedish for two years after completion of your orientation. If desired, you may have the ability to move to another unit through the Fellow program after one year.

For additional questions

Email us, and we will be happy to answer questions regarding the program. Be sure to include:

• Name (first and last)
• Preferred name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Best time of day to contact you (8am-12pm or 12pm-4pm)
• Questions to review

Please do not send resume or application information to these email addresses.

• North Puget Sound (Providence Everett, Swedish Mill Creek, Swedish Edmonds): ProvSwedNorthTIP@providence.org
• Central Puget Sound (Swedish Ballard, Swedish Cherry Hill, Swedish First Hill, Swedish Issaquah): SwedishTIPS@providence.org
• South Puget Sound (Providence St Peter, Providence Centralia): ProvSwedSouthTIP@providence.org