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Residency & Fellowship Opportunities at UT Southwestern Medical Center

As a premier academic medical center and Magnet® designated organization, we are proud to offer three programs for aspiring nurses and medical professionals: Nurse Residency, RN Fellowship, and Patient Care Technician (PCT) Residency. UT Southwestern Medical Center is the place to develop your career, gain invaluable training and experience, and work alongside some of the most highly recognized and respected teams. We offer cohorts three times per year: spring, summer, and fall.

If you’re an advanced practice provider looking for fellowship opportunities, please visit our APP page for more information.

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Cohort Start & Application Dates

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Nurse Residency Program

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    Cohort starts: February 9, 2026

    Application dates: September 1 – 12, 2025

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    Cohort starts: July 13, 2026

    Application dates: January 26 – February 6, 2026

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    Cohort starts: October 5, 2026

    Application dates: May 11 – 22, 2026

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RN Fellowship Program

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    Cohort starts: October 6, 2025

    Application dates: July 14-25, 2025

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    Cohort starts: February 9, 2026

    Application dates: December 8-19, 2025

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    Cohort starts: July 13, 2026

    Application dates: April 13-24, 2026

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    Cohort starts: October 5, 2026

    Application dates: July 13-24, 2026

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Patient Care Technician (PCT) Residency

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    Cohort starts: September 15, 2025

    Application dates: July 7-18, 2025

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    Cohort starts: January 12, 2026

    Application dates: October 27-November 7, 2025

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    Cohort starts: June 8, 2026

    Application dates: March 2-13, 2026

Nurse Residency Program

Nurse Residency Program

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Who it’s for

The Nurse Residency Program is open to B.S.N. graduates, as well as experienced B.S.N. RNs who will have fewer than 12 months of RN experience at the start of the program.

What it is

The UT Southwestern Medical Center Nurse Residency Program is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). ANCC’s credentialing programs certify and recognize health care organizations that promote nursing excellence and high-quality patient outcomes while providing safe, positive work environments. The ANCC Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP) framework aims to improve structures and processes by creating robust, comprehensive education initiatives for nurses transitioning into and within the profession.

The ANCC PTAP conceptual model is based on nursing theorist and educator Patricia Benner’s novice-to-expert framework.

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The Nurse Residency Program is a paid, fast-paced one-year program that provides you, a recent graduate, the opportunity for professional growth and increased self-confidence as you transition from being a student into your first patient-care role as an RN.


What you need to apply

  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited/state-approved program
  • A passing grade on the NCLEX and a current Texas (or Texas Board of Nurse Examiners Compact State) RN license posted on the Texas Board of Nursing website
  • A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
  • A resume
  • A school transcript (with a minimum 3.0 GPA)

Workplace Settings

  • Acute Medical Care
  • Acute Surgical Care
  • Ambulatory
  • Critical Care
  • Emergency Department
  • Oncology Nursing
  • Prep/Recovery
  • Progressive Care
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Rehabilitation Nursing
  • Surgical Services OR & PACU
  • Women’s Services

FAQs

When can I apply for a Nurse Residency Program position?

The open application periods for our UTSW Nurse Residency Program are as follows:

  • December Graduates: The application will open in September, with the cohort starting in February.
  • May Graduates: The application will open in January, with the cohort starting in July.
  • August Graduates The application will open in May, with the cohort starting in October.

How do I apply to the Nurse Residency Program if I am an external candidate?

You must apply during the open application acceptance time frame.

Use the Job Search on this page to search and apply for the UTSW Nurse Residency position. This position will only be listed during the open application time frame.

How do I apply to the Nurse Residency Program if I am an internal candidate?

You must apply during the open application acceptance time frame.

Go to the UTSW intranet > Human Resources > Internal Career Opportunities and then search for the UTSW Nurse Residency position. This position will only be listed during the open application time frame.

Which service lines accept nurse graduates?

The following service lines are accepting graduate nurses:

Acute Medical Care, Acute Surgical Care, Ambulatory, Critical Care, Emergency Department, Oncology Nursing, Prep/Recovery, Progressive Care, Psychiatric Nursing, Rehabilitation Nursing, Surgical Services OR, Surgical Services PACU, and Women’s Services.

How long is the UTSW Nurse Residency?

The program lasts 12 months and supports graduate nurses transitioning into their first professional nursing role.

What are the UTSW Nurse Residency eligibility requirements?

Applicants for the program will have:

  • Graduated or will graduate from an accredited School of Nursing program within the past six months
  • Graduated with a new B.S.N. degree or be B.S.N. RNs who have fewer than 12 months of RN experience at the start of the program
  • A current BLS designation from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
  • A passing grade on the NCLEX
  • A valid and unencumbered Texas RN license prior to the hire date for the residency

Do I qualify for benefits?

As a full-time employee at UT Southwestern Medical Center, you qualify for benefits. For specific questions around benefits, please reach out to our HR Resources Department at 214-648-9830.

For more information, please send an email to: nurseresidencyprogram@utsouthwestern.edu

RN Fellowship Program

RN Fellowship Program

Who it’s for

The UT Southwestern RN Fellowship Program lasts six months and is for nurses who have a B.S.N. and wish to change their scope of practice. Referencing Patricia Benner’s theory of skills acquisition in nursing, the UT Southwestern RN Fellowship Program is designed to support practicing nurses in their journey from novice to expert in their new scope of practice. RN fellows are supported with precepted, track-specific education materials and practice-based learning.

What it is

A paid, fast-paced program that provides nurses with a minimum of six months of nursing experience (not including a residency program) the opportunity for professional growth as they transition into another practice area. Transitioning to a new type of patient population or specialty can be challenging; however, our RN Fellowship Program is designed to assist you on that journey, build your confidence, help you grow within your nursing career, and allow you to work alongside expert RNs. These experts will assist you with:

  • Online learning
  • Skill-based learning
  • Classroom activities
  • Professional career development
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What you need to apply

  • A bachelor’s degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited/state-approved program and a minimum of six months of nursing experience (not including a residency program)
  • A current Texas (or enhanced licensure compact [eNLC]) RN license in good standing
  • A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
  • A resume

Workplace Settings

  • Acute Medical Care
  • Acute Surgical Care
  • Emergency Department
  • Intensive Care
  • Oncology Nursing
  • Prep/Recovery
  • Progressive Care
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Rehabilitation Nursing
  • Surgical Services OR & PACU
  • Women’s Services

FAQs

When can I apply for the UTSW RN Fellowship Program position?

The RN Fellowship is open for applications three times a year:

  • April
  • July
  • December

How do I apply for the UTSW RN Fellowship Program if I am an internal candidate?

You must apply during the open application acceptance time frame. Go to the UTSW intranet > Human Resources > Internal Career Opportunities and then search for the UTSW RN Fellowship position. This position will only be listed during the open application time frame.

How do I apply for the UTSW RN Fellowship Program if I am an external candidate?

You must apply during the open application acceptance time frame.

Use the Job Search on this page to search and apply to the UTSW RN Fellowship position. This position will only be listed during the open application time frame.

Which Service Lines accept RN Fellows?

The following service lines are accepting RN Fellows:

Acute Medical Care, Acute Surgical Care, Emergency Department, Intensive Care, Oncology Nursing, Prep/Recovery, Progressive Care, Psychiatric Nursing, Rehabilitation Nursing, Surgical Services OR, Surgical Services PACU, Women’s Services

How long is the UTSW RN Fellowship?

It is a six-month program to support B.S.N.-prepared nurses as they transition into a new scope of practice.

What are the UTSW RN Fellowship eligibility requirements?

Candidates for the program must have:

  • A Bachelor of Science in nursing from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited School of Nursing program, with a minimum of six months’ nursing experience.
  • A current, active Texas RN license (enhanced licensure compact [eNLC])
  • A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC)
  • Applicants must also submit a resume.

For more information, please send an email to: rnfellowship@utsouthwestern.edu

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Residency

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Residency

Who it’s for

Anyone who wants to begin an exciting career in patient care. No experience is required.

What it is

The UT Southwestern Patient Care Technician (PCT) Residency is a collaboration among UT Southwestern, the U.S. Department of Labor and Dallas College. PCT residents will receive classroom training in patient care skills, EKG interpretation and phlebotomy at Dallas College while also working as a PCT-in-training at UT Southwestern’s William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. Upon completion of the Dallas College courses, the resident will take the PCT certification exam.

What you need to apply

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • A resume
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FAQs

When can I apply for a UTSW PCT Residency Program position?

Open application periods for our PCT Residency Program are as follows:

  • January cohort – Apply in October/November
  • June cohort – Apply in March
  • September cohort – Apply in June

How do I apply to the UTSW PCT Residency Program if I am an internal candidate?

You must apply during the open application acceptance time frame.

Go to the UTSW intranet > Human Resources > Internal Career Opportunities and then search for the UTSW PCT Residency position. This position will only be listed during the open application time frame.

How do I apply to the UTSW PCT Residency Program if I am an external candidate?

You must apply during the open application acceptance time frame.

Use the Job Search on this page to search and apply to the UTSW PCT Residency. This position will only be listed during the open application time frame.

What unit will I be working on?

Units accepting PCT trainees are: Acute Medical, Acute Surgical, ICU, Psychiatry, Rehabilitation, Women’s Services, Progressive Care, Oncology, and PACU.

How long is the UTSW PCT Residency?

The program lasts one year. The PCT Residency and Dallas College courses will require you to work 36-40 hours a week, which is a full-time job. The PCT schedule may include a combination of nights and weekends. As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for hourly pay and benefits.

What are the UTSW PCT Residency Program eligibility requirements?

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • A resume

For more information, please send an email to pctresidencyprogram@utsouthwestern.edu

A Great Place to Work, Officially

UT Southwestern is regularly recognized among the top places to work in Dallas-Fort Worth and the U.S. Here are just a few of the awards we’ve earned:

  • Magnet® Designation
  • Best WorkPlaces for Men in Nursing
  • Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers For New Graduates
  • Best Places to Work – Dallas Business Journal
  • Corporate Citizen Award – LaunchAbility
  • Platinum Fit-Friendly Worksite Designation – American Heart Association
  • Best Places to Work Postdocs – The Scientist
  • Employer of the Year – Association for Independent Living
  • Celebration of Diversity Award Finalist – Ernst & Young and the Dallas Arboretum
  • Mother-Friendly Worksite – Texas Department of State Health Services
  • Lex Frieden Employment Award – Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities
  • National Center for Healthcare Leadership
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