Program Overview
The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at TriStar Centennial Medical Center is a year‑long paid program designed to give new graduates hands‑on experience and help them develop clinical and critical thinking skills. The program provides a series of learning experiences, including:
- Advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
- Monthly educational sessions.
- Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
- Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands‑on simulations.
- Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
- Collaboration on an evidence‑based practice project.
Cohort Start Dates
- January 2026
- February 2026
- March 2026
- April 2026
- June 2026
- July 2026
- August 2026
- September 2026
- October 2026
- November 2026
Role Description
The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with departmental requirements and scope of practice.
- Assess patient condition during admission and each shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
- Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record promptly and thoroughly.
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor patient response, notify provider, and intervene as appropriate if an unintended response occurs.
- Respond promptly to patient requests, anticipate patient needs, and resolve them proactively.
- Teach patients, families, and caregivers about patient medical condition, treatment plan, medications, and follow‑up measures, translating complex terminology into clear language.
Qualifications
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within one year of employment.
- Other certifications may be required during employment.
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- Registered Nurse license or Graduate Nurse in the state.
- No previous experience required.
- Some travel may be required for training.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
- Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services.
- Paid time off, family leave, long‑term and short‑term disability, and leave of absence programs.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay; Employee Stock Purchase Plan; flexible spending accounts; and other retirement resources.
- Educational support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.