NSPIRE | Hackensack Meridian Health

NSPIRE | Hackensack Meridian Health

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A new apprentice program designed to support newly graduated, pre-NCLEX nurses in their transition to practice.

The NSPIRE program is a pre-NCLEX paid position tailored for newly graduated nurses from an accredited institution, offering a 12-week practice immersion curriculum in full- or part-time capacity until transitioning to the paid nurse residency program. On average, NSPIRE nurses participate in the program for 8-10 weeks before transitioning to their RN role upon successful passing of their NCLEX exam. The program offers flexible schedules for NCLEXmer studies.

After receiving an offer of employment for their post-NCLEX position, NSPIRE nurses will be exposed to a variety of immersion opportunities in an environment that allows them to observe the skills, hospital operations, and components of being part of the health care team. While there will be limited patient interaction until passing the NCLEX, NSPIRE nurses will have the ability to practice simulated skills and gain confidence in the acute care environment to prepare for transition into practice.

NSPIRE Nurses will complete clinical immersions, shadow, and be exposed to the clinical environments in which they will work as a Registered Nurse at one of the following Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals:

  • Bayshore Medical Center - Holmdel, NJ
  • Carrier Clinic - Belle Mead, NJ Spring 2026
  • Hackensack University Medical Center - Hackensack, NJ
  • Jersey Shore University Medical Center - Neptune, NJ
  • JFK University Medical Center - Edison, NJ
  • Ocean University Medical Center - Brick, NJ
  • Old Bridge Medical Center - Old Bridge, NJ
  • Raritan Bay Medical Center - Perth Amboy, NJ
  • Riverview Medical Center - Red Bank, NJ
  • Palisades Medical Center - North Bergen, NJ
  • Southern Ocean Medical Center - Manahawkin, NJ

This program will provide flexibility and support to ensure success on the NCLEX-RN exam.

NSPIRE Nurse Essential Job Functions

  • Assimilates the Hackensack Meridian Health nursing strategic plan and quality outcome drivers;
  • Attends skill labs/simulation labs, equipment exposure and immersion opportunities (ex. clinical outcomes, special procedure pre and post, respiratory department, Infection Prevention);
  • Synthesizes components of assessment in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, and cognitive status. May not give medications or initiate Intravenous Therapy;
  • Attends and observes selected hospital-wide committee meetings;
  • Submits reflections on experiences

NSPIRE Nurse Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree or BSN program. GPA-minimum 3.0;
    • New RNs hired without a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing will be required to obtain a BSN within 3 years as a condition of employment.
  • Two letters of recommendation from Clinical Instructors;
  • CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association;
  • Ability to work varied days and varied hours;
  • Ability to learn quickly in immersive environments;
  • Current team members are eligible to apply.

How To Apply

Be a part of the new apprentice program!

Download and print flyer

Questions?

Contact Micki Patrick, director, Nursing Education at mildred.patrick@hmhn.org or 848-888-2303.

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