New Graduate RN Opportunities, Summer 2027 Nurse Extern Program

UofL Health

. Attend the system-wide UofL Health Nursing Career Open House .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeLouisville • Kentucky • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to deliver exceptional patient care as a Registered Nurse while actively participating in the New Graduate Nurse Residency Program. Holds a valid nursing license or is eligible for licensure in Kentucky, with a commitment to professional development and collaboration within the healthcare system.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS)New Graduate Nurse Residency ProgramAssociate’s Degree in NursingPatient Care

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

New Graduate RNNursing Career OpportunitiesPatient CareHealthcare SystemNurse Extern Program

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Attend the system-wide UofL Health Nursing Career Open House
Explore nursing career opportunities with UofL Health
Connect with benefits specialists, educators, leaders, and recruiters across the health system
Bring a resume and participate in onsite interviews
Transition to practice through the New Graduate Nurse Residency Program
Deliver exceptional patient care as a registered nurse

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 new graduate RN, or student interested in the Summer 2027 Nurse Extern Program
Licensed or eligible for license in Kentucky
Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university

Benefits

Comp & perks

New Graduate Nurse Residency Program support throughout the first year of transition to practice
Free undergraduate tuition to University of Louisville for employees and eligible dependents
BSN through UofL School of Nursing's online RN to BSN program with no out-of-pocket expenses
Tuition reimbursement for graduate programs
No-out-of-pocket options for more than 30 professional nursing certifications
Individualized career pathways for high-acuity specialty units, leadership, and advanced practice roles
Competitive pay and benefits options
Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
401K with employer match