Entry Level Patient Care RN Jobs
New grad patient care rn jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or internship hours can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Bayhealth, Optum, and Memorial Healthcare System hiring at this level now.
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Overview:
Job Description Summary:
Works with the study physician to ensure all patients involved in a clinical research trial are managed uneventfully, safely, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care and participation in the clinical research trial, ensuring patient care is not compromised while participating in the trial. Manages all elements of a clinical research trial in order to meet all protocol obligations while following applicable regulations; Code of Federal Regulations Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization GCP guidelines; state regulations and departmental/institutional standard operating procedures.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care plan using Evidence-Based Practices in accordance with the requirements of the study protocol
- Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach throughout their clinical study participation while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. Delegates, directs, oversees and provides developmentally appropriate patient care. Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License
- Collaborates effectively and communicates patient care needs/expectations/priorities related to clinical trial participation to all involved care providers including unit nursing staff, attending physician, ancillary service providers (radiology, cardiology, physical therapy, pharmacy, etc.) to facilitate positive patient outcomes both in clinical care and in clinical trial participation
- Completes and manages all procedural, data, regulatory and training elements associated with clinical research project implementation, execution and close out to ensure participant safety, data integrity and compliance with all applicable regulations.
Education Requirement:
BSN or Associate's Degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.
Licensure Requirement:
Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio, required.
Certifications:
- CPR, required.
- Obtain and maintain NRP and PALS certification as determined by management.
- Certification by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or Society of Clinical Research Administrators, preferred.
Skills:
- Demonstrated proficiency in clinical nursing skills, (i.e.: venipuncture, IV starts and injections);
- Understanding of medical terminology, clinical trials preferred
- Working knowledge of PCs, word processing, and data management software
- Strong verbal, written, interpersonal communication
- Goal-oriented; self-directive, initiation, self-motivation, creativity, flexibility
- Excellent organizational, attention to detail and prioritization skills
- Ability to actively participate as a team player
Experience:
Clinical research experience, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Depth perception, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Seeing – Far/near, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Decision Making, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Standing, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Computer skills, Hearing acuity, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Overview:
Job Description Summary:
Works with the study physician to ensure all patients involved in a clinical research trial are managed uneventfully, safely, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care and participation in the clinical research trial, ensuring patient care is not compromised while participating in the trial. Manages all elements of a clinical research trial in order to meet all protocol obligations while following applicable regulations; Code of Federal Regulations Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization GCP guidelines; state regulations and departmental/institutional standard operating procedures.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care plan using Evidence-Based Practices in accordance with the requirements of the study protocol
- Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach throughout their clinical study participation while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. Delegates, directs, oversees and provides developmentally appropriate patient care. Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License
- Collaborates effectively and communicates patient care needs/expectations/priorities related to clinical trial participation to all involved care providers including unit nursing staff, attending physician, ancillary service providers (radiology, cardiology, physical therapy, pharmacy, etc.) to facilitate positive patient outcomes both in clinical care and in clinical trial participation
- Completes and manages all procedural, data, regulatory and training elements associated with clinical research project implementation, execution and close out to ensure participant safety, data integrity and compliance with all applicable regulations.
Education Requirement:
BSN or Associate's Degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.
Licensure Requirement:
Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio, required.
Certifications:
- CPR, required.
- Obtain and maintain NRP and PALS certification as determined by management.
- Certification by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or Society of Clinical Research Administrators, preferred.
Skills:
- Demonstrated proficiency in clinical nursing skills, (i.e.: venipuncture, IV starts and injections);
- Understanding of medical terminology, clinical trials preferred
- Working knowledge of PCs, word processing, and data management software
- Strong verbal, written, interpersonal communication
- Goal-oriented; self-directive, initiation, self-motivation, creativity, flexibility
- Excellent organizational, attention to detail and prioritization skills
- Ability to actively participate as a team player
Experience:
Clinical research experience, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Depth perception, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Seeing – Far/near, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Decision Making, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Standing, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Computer skills, Hearing acuity, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
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Who's Hiring
- Bayhealth17
- Optum10
- Memorial Healthcare System5
- AccentCare2
- McLeod Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services31
- Insurance8
- Consulting & Professional Services1
Entry Level Patient Care RN Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level patient care rn job?
Entry level patient care rn employers look for a current RN license, completed clinical rotations, and hands-on patient interaction during nursing school. Highlighting specific units you rotated through, any patient care technician or CNA experience, and ACLS or BLS certification gives you a clear edge. New grad residency programs at hospitals are a strong starting point because they are designed for candidates with little to no post-graduation experience.
Which companies hire entry level patient care rns?
Companies hiring entry level patient care rns right now include Bayhealth, Optum, and Memorial Healthcare System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health systems, community hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics are among the employer types most actively recruiting at this stage.
Are there remote entry level patient care rn jobs?
Yes, though most patient care rn roles are hands-on and on-site by nature. About 5% of entry level patient care rn openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be in telehealth, care coordination, or utilization review rather than direct bedside nursing.
Are these new grad patient care rn jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior patient care rn roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts clinical rotations or internships in place of full-time work history, or is listed as part of a new grad residency or transition-to-practice program.
Which industries hire the most entry level patient care rns?
Entry Level patient care rn roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because of high patient volumes, consistent staff turnover, and ongoing demand for bedside nurses willing to develop their skills in structured clinical environments.