Medical-Surgical nurse residency programs.
Medical-surgical nursing is the broadest entry point into acute care — new graduates build core assessment, prioritization, and time-management skills across a general adult inpatient population. It is the most common track offered by residency programs and a strong foundation for almost any future specialty.
Common questions about Medical-Surgical residencies
How many Medical-Surgical nurse residency programs are there?
Our directory lists 919 Medical-Surgical nurse residency programs across 59 states and regions, 863 of them accredited.
Are Medical-Surgical nurse residencies open to new graduates?
Most Medical-Surgical residencies are designed as a transition-to-practice program for new-graduate RNs, though some target experienced nurses moving into the specialty. Check each program's page for eligibility.
What accreditation should I look for in a Medical-Surgical residency?
The most recognized U.S. accreditation is ANCC PTAP (Practice Transition Accreditation Program); some programs hold Vizient/AACN or CCNE recognition. Accreditation is a signal of a structured, quality residency.