About the role
Overview
Our purpose, our promise – to make a positive difference in every life we touch.
Program will begin February 2027
Our 12-month, comprehensive, transition-to-practice program facilitates your progress from student to professional nurse through education, mentorship and peer support. Our Nurse Residency program prepares new graduate nurses by teaching the knowledge, skills and behaviors that are necessary to continuously improve quality and safety at the point of care. It combines precepted orientation, led by dedicated preceptors, with blended learning experiences.
Nurse residents will
- develop the clinical judgment needed to rapidly recognize a change in patient’s condition and the urgency of a clinical situation
- cultivate excellent communication skills, allowing them to engage with colleagues and support patients
- enjoy cohort experiences designed to promote peer and professional socialization and strengthen your professional commitment to nursing
- learn didactic content specifically tailored to new graduates from professional nursing organizations
- Opportunities available in Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Department, Women’s Services, Cardiovascular/Progressive Care, Surgical Services, Transplant, and more!
Why Piedmont?
Total Rewards that work for you:
- Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
- Total Wellness programs for you and your family
Wellness Coaching App – 24/7 Live Coaching
Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching
Financial Wellness Planning and Education
Broad Employee Assistance Program services
PTO your way
Combined PTO days for greater flexibility
100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)
Employer Paid Military Leave
Opportunity for PTO cash-in
Celebrate Diversity – Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday
Benefits
Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
Dental and Vision o Adoption Assistance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
Health Reimbursement Account
Fully paid long term disability
Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
When you join Piedmont, you’re not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch — especially yours. We’re committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we’re doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.
Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters—and where you’re supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you’ll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.
Responsibilities
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Leadership Skills, Effective Communication Skills, Initiative, Independent Judgment, Ability to handle stressful environments
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
Graduate of a nursing program
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
New Graduates of a nursing program eligible
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW
Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered NurseBLS certification required
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree preferredAdvanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable
- Business Unit : Company Name Piedmont Columbus Midtown