**Description**

**New Graduate Nurse – Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown**

**August–November 2026 Nurse Residency Cohort**

**Start your nursing career with UNC Health Rex and build a strong foundation in cardiovascular specialty care.**

The UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency Program is designed to support new graduate nurses as they transition from the classroom to professional practice. This comprehensive 12-month program combines clinical orientation, mentorship, professional development, and evidence-based practice to help you develop the confidence, competence, and clinical judgment needed for a successful nursing career.

Program start dates are available between **August 2026 and November 2026** and are based on graduation and NCLEX completion dates.

**Nurse Residency Program Highlights**

As a Nurse Resident, you will receive:

+ Structured clinical orientation tailored to your specialty area
+ Dedicated support...