Nursing: Explore the many paths for advancing your career

At Vanderbilt Health, nurses are respected members of our diverse care teams with countless ways to grow and learn. Whether you want a structured, stable unit-based practice or flexible settings and shifts, Vanderbilt Health has a fit for you, and we are always hiring. 

In our dynamic, growing health-care system, our nurses have strong stability and opportunity for advancement in a wide range of nursing roles, specialties, and locations, starting at the associate degree level. Vanderbilt nurses receive competitive compensation and benefits, including student loan payment assistance and flexible shifts, and up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus for full-time positions. 

We invite you to apply now and join us in making health care personal for our patients, while exploring all the ways you can advance your nursing career with Vanderbilt. 

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Benefits & Perks

Vanderbilt Health offers competitive pay and benefits packages that support nurses’ growth and wellbeing.

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Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

Vanderbilt provides work flexibility and generous time off to support our people and their lifestyles.

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Collaboration & Respect

Our culture encourages radical collaboration and celebrates new ideas.

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Learning & Opportunities

We empower our nurses to learn and grow in their careers.

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Culture & Belonging

At Vanderbilt, we are committed to cultivating an atmosphere where everyone is welcome.

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Our nursing career connections network gives you the inside track on Vanderbilt Health job openings and countless pathways for advancing your career. Learn more about the benefits of working at Vanderbilt Health.

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Start Strong at Vanderbilt

Our Nurse Residency Program is dedicated to supporting newly graduated registered nurses in the first year and beyond.

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