RN Residency Program - October 2026 Cohort Med/Surg Units

The RN Residency Program requires:

• BSN and minimum 3.0 GPA
• Texas RN license
• Active American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification 

Application deadline is May 22, 2026.

The UT Southwestern October 2026 (Cohort 21) RN Residency Program is open to BSN graduates from the December 2025, May 2025, and August 2026 graduating classes, as well as experienced BSN RNs who will have less than 12 months RN experience at start of program (October 2026). Application instructions and requirements include:

• A completed online application
• Resume showing all work experience, involvement in professional organizations, and history of volunteerism
• Transcript (most recent–unofficial is acceptable) with 3.0 GPA or higher required
• *Internal candidates must apply as an internal candidate and are asked to upload a letter of recommendation from current manager 

DO NOT submit your application until you have ALL the required documents. Upload one master file which will include all required documents.  Applications received without the items listed above cannot be processed.

Specialties accepting Residents:

• Acute Medical Specialty
• Acute Surgical Specialty

The residency program begins October 5, 2026. Graduate Nurses are required to have their license posted on the board of nursing before close of business on October 1, 2026.

Job Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
The Nurse Residency Program is a planned, comprehensive program through which currently licensed RNs with less than 12 months (of nursing experience) can demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that meet the standards of practice defined by the American Nurses Association and other specialty nursing organizations to deliver safe, quality care in a specific clinical setting. The Nurse Residency Program consists of a set of experiences and activities over a 12-month period to support organizational enculturation, practice based learning and professional development of the registered nurse. 


 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

·         PPO medical plan, availab