Nurse Residency

At Northeast Georgia Health System, being a nurse is more than just a job—it’s a chance to advance, thrive, and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Join us, and let’s shape the future of nursing together!

About the programs

The goal of the Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) Nursing Residency Programs is to facilitate the advancement and transition from student nurse to experienced, confident nurse.

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Programs Overview

RN Residency

We are proud to offer one of only four ANCC-accredited Practice Transition Programs in the state of Georgia, our Residency Program is a structured, 12-month program for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience as an RN.

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Nursing Student Programs

Explore our Nursing Student programs tailored for current nursing students looking for job opportunities while in school. The Nurse Extern Program offers valuable hands-on clinical experience, while the COMPASS PCT and PCT Scholar programs empower students to develop their skills and advance their careers in patient care.

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LPN Residency

A structured comprehensive 12-month program for licensed practical nurses with less than 1 year of experience as an LPN, or less than 1 year of acute care experience.

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RN Residency

We are proud to offer one of only four ANCC-accredited Practice Transition Programs in the state of Georgia, our Residency Program is a structured, 12-month program for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience as an RN.

Learn more

LPN Residency

A structured comprehensive 12-month program for licensed practical nurses with less than 1 year of experience as an LPN, or less than 1 year of acute care experience.

Learn more

Nursing Student Programs

Explore our Nursing Student programs tailored for current nursing students looking for job opportunities while in school. The Nurse Extern Program offers valuable hands-on clinical experience, while the COMPASS PCT and PCT Scholar programs empower students to develop their skills and advance their careers in patient care.

Learn more

Join the program

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is dedicated to supporting the career growth and professional development of its employees at every stage of their career.