Careers

At CHI Memorial, recently named among the Best Places to Work in Tennessee, we take pride in fostering a supportive and compassionate environment for our employees. Our dedicated team of over 4,500 employees, 400 active volunteers and 600 affiliated physicians works together to deliver exceptional care to our patients.

Whether you prefer the close-knit feel of a smaller setting or the dynamic energy of a larger team, CHI Memorial offers opportunities for you to grow and thrive. Our commitment to building healthier communities starts with our own workforce. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your physical, financial, mental and spiritual well-being.

We offer a wide range of benefits to full-time employees (working 64+ hours per two-week pay period) and part-time employees (working 40+ hours per two-week pay period), including:

• Date of hire: Vacation, personal time, holidays, 401(k) with employer match (eligibility begins after 1,000 paid hours), fitness center access (Chattanooga campus), onsite child care (Chattanooga campus), Employee Assistance Program and Perks-at-Work discount program

• After 30 days: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, adoption assistance and more

• After 90 days: Short- and long-term disability coverage

• After 6 months: Tuition assistance for career development

At CHI Memorial, we’re more than a workplace. We’re a community focused on supporting your growth and well-being. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our patients and in your own career.

The CHI Memorial Nurse Residency Program, accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation, is a leader in nurse training and development. Accredited since 2017 and the first program in Tennessee to achieve this recognition, CHI Memorial’s Nurse Residency Program has supported more than 940 new graduate nurses since its revitalization in July 2015. Our program provides new nurses with the time, resources and mentorship they need to feel confident in their roles and grow in their careers.

Program highlights

Our 12-month program offers recent nursing graduates a structured orientation designed to transition them successfully into professional practice.

During orientation, residents:

• Gain access to essential systems

• Complete orientation checklists

• Participate in simulations

• Work with experienced preceptors during patient care

• Enhance critical thinking skills and build confidence in providing safe, high-quality care

New cohorts begin in February, July and September each year, with training tailored to specific clinical tracks. This program not only improves patient care but also enhances physician and team confidence in new graduate nurses.

Program requirements and application process 

To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Be a recent graduate nurse or a registered nurse with less than 12 months of experience

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program

• Hold an RN license by the second week of the cohort start date

Application steps

Once you apply, you’ll receive a link to schedule an interview, which may include members of the residency team, talent acquisition staff and a manager from your desired area.

Bring the following to your interview:

• Unofficial transcript

• Two letters of recommendation (preferably from an instructor or professor)

• Current resume

Upcoming cohorts 

Applications for the July 2025 cohort will open in February 2025.

CHI Memorial offers:

• $30/hour base pay for new graduate nurses

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for med-surg/telemetry positions

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for critical care, emergency department or surgery roles

• $10,000 relocation package for moves over 50 miles

• $4/hour night shift differential

• $2/hour weekend shift differential

• Potential $1,000 bonus for CHI Memorial Professional Ladder participation

Join us at CHI Memorial and take the first step toward a rewarding nursing career.

The Nurse Fellowship Program at CHI Memorial is designed to support and train nurses transitioning into critical care or emergency department roles. The program is divided into two phases to ensure a smooth and successful integration into these high-acuity environments.

Phase one

Over 12 weeks, participants receive instruction on critical care or emergency department concepts, hands-on experience with preceptors and interdepartmental shadowing opportunities. This phase lays the foundation for clinical excellence and confidence.

Phase two

The second phase spans the fellow’s first year of practice, offering continued support and education to enhance skills and professional growth. This proven program has consistently prepared new critical care nurses for success at CHI Memorial.

Program details

The Nurse Fellowship Program is available at CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Hospital Hixson and Hospital Georgia. Registered nurses hired into critical care units or emergency departments without prior experience in these areas are automatically enrolled in the program upon hire.

Accreditation and quality

CHI Memorial’s Nurse Fellowship Program is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Practice Transition Accreditation Program. This recognition validates that our fellowship meets rigorous, evidence-based standards for quality and excellence. Nurses in accredited programs acquire the knowledge, skills and professional behaviors needed to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Sign-on incentives

CHI Memorial offers the following sign-on bonuses for eligible RN positions:

• $5,000 for full-time RNs with less than one year of experience

• $15,000 for full-time night shift RNs with more than one year of experience

The Postgraduate Year One (PGY1) Residency Program at CHI Memorial prepares pharmacists for advanced practice in a community-based hospital setting. Residents work closely with a multidisciplinary health care team to provide evidence-based, patient-centered care, focusing on medication-related outcomes. The program builds a strong foundation in pharmacotherapy, operations and practice management skills.

Program overview

The residency includes required rotations in:

• Anticoagulation

• Cardiology

• Critical Care

• Drug Information/Drug Use Policy

• Emergency Medicine

• Hospital Pharmacy Practice (staffing)

• Infectious Disease

• Internal Medicine

• Medication Reconciliation

• Nutrition Support

• Orientation

• Pharmacokinetics

• Pharmacy Administration

Elective rotations include informatics, nephrology, oncology, pain management or the opportunity to repeat any required rotation.

Resident activities
Residents participate in diverse activities, including:

• Delivering in-services for staff and patients

• Joining multidisciplinary rounds

• Precepting pharmacy students

• Conducting a major research project (presented at SERC)

• Presenting a poster at ASHP Midyear

• Leading CE presentations

• Participating in the P&T Committee

• Completing MUE and new drug reviews

• Engaging in community service

Applicant requirements
Applicants must:

• Graduate from an ACPE-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program

• Be eligible for licensure in Tennessee

• Submit the following through the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS®) at ashp.org/phorcas:

  • Letter of interest

  • Current CV

  • Official pharmacy school transcripts

  • Three letters of recommendation

• Participate in the ASHP Resident Matching Program

This residency site adheres to ASHP standards and does not solicit, accept, or use ranking-related information from applicants.

Application Deadline
Submit all materials to PhORCAS® by January 3.

Benefits:

• Travel allowance to ASHP Midyear and SERC

• Two weeks of paid vacation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Discounted meals

• Free parking

Please note, CHI Memorial does not provide H1B sponsorship for non-U.S. citizens.