Entry Level Contract Nurse RN Jobs
New grad contract nurse rn jobs open the door for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where clinical rotations, internship hours, and a strong reference from a preceptor can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, Valor Healthcare, and VCU Health System hiring at this level now.
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Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist required
Current certification or registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required
Current CPR certification as required by practice setting
Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) preferred
Current ACLS and/or PALS preferred
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current license as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Virginia required
Current RRT required
Current CPR certification as required by practice setting
Current NRP certification as required by practice setting
Experience REQUIRED:
One (1) year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Experience PREFERRED:
Two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting
Education/training REQUIRED:
Education, training and/or experience that has satisfied the eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its predecessor organizations)
Education/training PREFERRED:
Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program
Independent action(s) required:
Cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, including during emergency response; airway care; selecting appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters; consulting with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding the appropriateness of the patient care plan; and maintaining work areas in a clean and well stocked manner.
Perform shift team leader role in the supervisor’s absence, if applicable.
Additional position requirements: Depending on work assignment, may be required to rotate shifts, work on weekends and holidays and take on-call.
Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Compensation Rate: $70.00
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
Compensation Rate: $70.00
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist required
Current certification or registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required
Current CPR certification as required by practice setting
Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) preferred
Current ACLS and/or PALS preferred
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current license as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Virginia required
Current RRT required
Current CPR certification as required by practice setting
Current NRP certification as required by practice setting
Experience REQUIRED:
One (1) year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Experience PREFERRED:
Two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting
Education/training REQUIRED:
Education, training and/or experience that has satisfied the eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its predecessor organizations)
Education/training PREFERRED:
Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program
Independent action(s) required:
Cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, including during emergency response; airway care; selecting appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters; consulting with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding the appropriateness of the patient care plan; and maintaining work areas in a clean and well stocked manner.
Perform shift team leader role in the supervisor’s absence, if applicable.
Additional position requirements: Depending on work assignment, may be required to rotate shifts, work on weekends and holidays and take on-call.
Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Compensation Rate: $70.00
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
Compensation Rate: $70.00
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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Entry Level Contract Nurse RN Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level contract nurse rn job?
Focus on completing your RN licensure and highlighting any clinical rotation hours, externship experience, or volunteer work in your application materials. Entry level contract positions often welcome candidates who demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to work varied shifts or locations. Applying to facilities that explicitly note new graduate programs or offer structured orientation periods gives you a meaningful edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level contract nurse rns?
Companies hiring entry level contract nurse rns right now include AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, Valor Healthcare, and VCU Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from staffing agencies, regional hospital systems, and long-term care networks that maintain ongoing needs for contract coverage.
Are there remote entry level contract nurse rn jobs?
Yes, though most contract nurse rn roles require on-site patient care. About 0% of entry level contract nurse rn openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve telephonic triage, case management, or utilization review functions that new graduates with clinical backgrounds can qualify for.
Are these new grad contract nurse rn jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior contract nurse rn roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or externships toward eligibility, or explicitly mentions a structured orientation or residency component. Look for those signals in the job description to identify the right fit.
Which industries hire the most entry level contract nurse rns?
Entry Level contract nurse rn roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because high patient volumes, seasonal census fluctuations, and staff coverage gaps create consistent demand for contract nurses who can step in quickly.