Entry Level OR Nurse Jobs
New grad or nurse jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotation performance or internship hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Education, with employers like Signify Health, Optum, and Carbon Health hiring at this level now.
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Job Description:
Shift: First Shift, Second Shift, Rotating
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Rural Health Transformation Program
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. is looking for a talented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the highest level of professionalism to step into our fast-paced facility!
Summary:
The Rural Health Licensed/Registered Nurse supports implementation of Activity A and Activity B under the rural health grant by delivering and coordinating nursing services that improve access, continuity of care, and chronic disease management for residents in rural and medically underserved communities.
This position supports the organization's mission as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) by providing patient-centered care across clinic, community, mobile, and home-based settings, including the Mobile Medical Unit, Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), and follow-up home visits. The role focuses on improving health outcomes, reducing barriers to care, and ensuring alignment with HRSA Health Center Program requirements, clinical quality standards, and organizational policies.
Hours: This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. General daytime hours Monday - Friday with some weekends.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:
Clinical Care & Program Implementation
- Provide nursing support for Activity A and Activity B in alignment with grant objectives, clinical workflows, and organizational policies
- Deliver patient-centered nursing care through Mobile Medical Unit outreach, RPM, and follow-up home visits, as applicable
- Conduct clinical assessments, screenings, and nursing interventions within scope of licensure in clinic, mobile, and community settings
- Perform follow-up home visits for patients requiring chronic disease monitoring, medication review, care plan reinforcement, or post-discharge support
- Assess patient status, including symptoms, vital signs, adherence, safety risks, and barriers to care, and escalate concerns appropriately
- Monitor RPM data, identify trends, and coordinate timely clinical follow-up
Care Coordination & Patient Education
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, RPM device use, warning signs, and when to seek care
- Reinforce provider care plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up requirements
- Coordinate with providers and interdisciplinary care team members to ensure continuity of care
- Support transitions of care through outreach, reassessment, and linkage to primary and specialty services
- Assist patients with telehealth access and basic technology navigation
Access, Equity & Community Engagement
- Deliver culturally competent, patient-centered care to diverse and underserved populations
- Identify and address social determinants of health, including transportation, housing, food insecurity, and access barriers
- Support patient access initiatives, including sliding fee discount program processes, as applicable
Documentation, Compliance & Quality
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record in accordance with organizational, state, federal, and HRSA requirements
- Participate in care team huddles, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
- Support data collection and reporting related to clinical outcomes and Uniform Data System (UDS) measures, as applicable
- Ensure compliance with nursing standards, infection control practices, and HIPAA requirements
- Maintain records in accordance with Department of Health guidelines
Operational Responsibilities
- Perform immunizations and injections within scope of licensure
- Communicate effectively with patients via in-person, telephone, and electronic methods
- Maintain medical supplies, medications, and equipment in accordance with safety standards
- Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Collaborate across departments to support patient care delivery
- Safeguard organizational records in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Experience and Skills:
Education and Program Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (LPN or RN)
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in ambulatory, primary care, or community health setting preferred
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel
- Ability to perform physical duties including standing for extended periods and lifting supplies/equipment as needed
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with medical terminology
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Job Benefits:
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. provides a rewarding and challenging work environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and a very competitive benefits package which includes: a healthy work/life balance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, competitive wages, Tuition Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution, Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance.
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description:
Shift: First Shift, Second Shift, Rotating
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Rural Health Transformation Program
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. is looking for a talented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the highest level of professionalism to step into our fast-paced facility!
Summary:
The Rural Health Licensed/Registered Nurse supports implementation of Activity A and Activity B under the rural health grant by delivering and coordinating nursing services that improve access, continuity of care, and chronic disease management for residents in rural and medically underserved communities.
This position supports the organization's mission as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) by providing patient-centered care across clinic, community, mobile, and home-based settings, including the Mobile Medical Unit, Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), and follow-up home visits. The role focuses on improving health outcomes, reducing barriers to care, and ensuring alignment with HRSA Health Center Program requirements, clinical quality standards, and organizational policies.
Hours: This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. General daytime hours Monday - Friday with some weekends.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:
Clinical Care & Program Implementation
- Provide nursing support for Activity A and Activity B in alignment with grant objectives, clinical workflows, and organizational policies
- Deliver patient-centered nursing care through Mobile Medical Unit outreach, RPM, and follow-up home visits, as applicable
- Conduct clinical assessments, screenings, and nursing interventions within scope of licensure in clinic, mobile, and community settings
- Perform follow-up home visits for patients requiring chronic disease monitoring, medication review, care plan reinforcement, or post-discharge support
- Assess patient status, including symptoms, vital signs, adherence, safety risks, and barriers to care, and escalate concerns appropriately
- Monitor RPM data, identify trends, and coordinate timely clinical follow-up
Care Coordination & Patient Education
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, RPM device use, warning signs, and when to seek care
- Reinforce provider care plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up requirements
- Coordinate with providers and interdisciplinary care team members to ensure continuity of care
- Support transitions of care through outreach, reassessment, and linkage to primary and specialty services
- Assist patients with telehealth access and basic technology navigation
Access, Equity & Community Engagement
- Deliver culturally competent, patient-centered care to diverse and underserved populations
- Identify and address social determinants of health, including transportation, housing, food insecurity, and access barriers
- Support patient access initiatives, including sliding fee discount program processes, as applicable
Documentation, Compliance & Quality
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record in accordance with organizational, state, federal, and HRSA requirements
- Participate in care team huddles, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
- Support data collection and reporting related to clinical outcomes and Uniform Data System (UDS) measures, as applicable
- Ensure compliance with nursing standards, infection control practices, and HIPAA requirements
- Maintain records in accordance with Department of Health guidelines
Operational Responsibilities
- Perform immunizations and injections within scope of licensure
- Communicate effectively with patients via in-person, telephone, and electronic methods
- Maintain medical supplies, medications, and equipment in accordance with safety standards
- Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Collaborate across departments to support patient care delivery
- Safeguard organizational records in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Experience and Skills:
Education and Program Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (LPN or RN)
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in ambulatory, primary care, or community health setting preferred
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel
- Ability to perform physical duties including standing for extended periods and lifting supplies/equipment as needed
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with medical terminology
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Job Benefits:
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. provides a rewarding and challenging work environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and a very competitive benefits package which includes: a healthy work/life balance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, competitive wages, Tuition Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution, Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance.
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Entry Level OR Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level or nurse job?
Start by completing your NCLEX-RN and targeting hospitals and surgical centers with structured new graduate residency or transition-to-practice programs, which are designed for candidates with limited experience. Highlight clinical rotations in perioperative or surgical settings on your resume, emphasize any scrub technician or surgical tech experience, and show familiarity with sterile technique and standard OR protocols. A strong letter of recommendation from a clinical preceptor gives you a real edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level or nurses?
Companies hiring entry level or nurses right now include Signify Health, Optum, and Carbon Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find openings across large health systems with formal graduate nurse residency programs, community hospitals building out their surgical teams, and ambulatory surgery centers open to new grads who completed perioperative rotations.
Are there remote entry level or nurse jobs?
Yes, though remote work is limited in a hands-on clinical specialty like OR nursing. About 31% of entry level or nurse openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve care coordination, pre-admission testing, or surgical scheduling rather than direct scrub or circulator duties. Most entry level positions remain on-site in hospital or surgical center settings.
Are these new grad or nurse jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts clinical rotation hours or perioperative internships in place of full-time work history, or is part of a formal new grad residency program. If the listing mentions a transition-to-practice cohort or welcomes new graduates explicitly, it is a strong fit for a new grad candidate.
Which industries hire the most entry level or nurses?
Entry level or nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because surgical volume, case complexity, and staffing ratios create steady demand for new perioperative nurses willing to complete on-the-job specialty training.