Entry Level Clinical Nurse Jobs
New grad clinical nurse jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or internship hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with employers like UNC Health, Loma Linda University Health, and The University of Kansas Health System hiring at this level now.
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Department/Unit:
Post Anesthesia Care
Work Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$90,396.80 - $140,115.04
Registered Nurse (RN)
Post Anesthesia Care Units (PACU)
Albany, NY
The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery and coordination of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
- Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
- Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
- Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
- Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
- Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
- Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred.
- Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license.
- Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Some departments require additional certifications.
- Previous experience as a PCA or other nursing assistance preferred.
- Ability to improve job performance through continuing education.
- Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.
The main campus has two PACU’s with a total of 53 available beds (43 adult and 10 pediatric beds) for recovery after surgery. The patient population served includes male and female, infant to geriatric populations, for many surgical specialties including trauma and acutely ill surgical patients. There are both adult and pediatric surgical waiting areas for family and friends adjacent to the unit.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Department/Unit:
Post Anesthesia Care
Work Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$90,396.80 - $140,115.04
Registered Nurse (RN)
Post Anesthesia Care Units (PACU)
Albany, NY
The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery and coordination of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
- Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
- Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
- Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
- Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
- Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
- Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred.
- Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license.
- Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Some departments require additional certifications.
- Previous experience as a PCA or other nursing assistance preferred.
- Ability to improve job performance through continuing education.
- Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.
The main campus has two PACU’s with a total of 53 available beds (43 adult and 10 pediatric beds) for recovery after surgery. The patient population served includes male and female, infant to geriatric populations, for many surgical specialties including trauma and acutely ill surgical patients. There are both adult and pediatric surgical waiting areas for family and friends adjacent to the unit.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
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Entry Level Clinical Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level clinical nurse job?
Entry level clinical nurse employers look for completed nursing licensure (RN or LPN depending on the role), strong clinical rotation experience, and soft skills like patient communication and adaptability. At this stage, highlighting hands-on hours from your nursing program, any specialty rotations, and a willingness to work varied shifts gives you a real edge over candidates whose resumes are otherwise similar.
Which companies hire entry level clinical nurses?
Companies hiring entry level clinical nurses right now include UNC Health, Loma Linda University Health, and The University of Kansas Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find openings across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health organizations that actively recruit new graduates.
Are there remote entry level clinical nurse jobs?
Yes, though most clinical nursing roles require in-person patient care. About 6% of entry level clinical nurse openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth triage, care coordination, or case management rather than bedside nursing.
Are these new grad clinical nurse jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior clinical nurse roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts clinical rotation hours in place of professional tenure, or explicitly invites candidates with internship or practicum backgrounds rather than requiring an established work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level clinical nurses?
Entry Level clinical nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they have high patient volume, consistent turnover, and structured new-graduate orientation programs designed to onboard licensed nurses with limited professional experience.