New Grad RN Residency

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Counseling services

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education support

Fertility & family benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Florida Fort Walton‑Destin Hospital offers a Nurse Residency program designed to bridge from student nurse to registered nurse with hands‑on experiences and mentoring. The cohort starts with dedicated clinical training, monthly education, and preceptorship in a supportive environment.

This paid program emphasizes advanced clinical skills, evidence‑based practice projects, and collaboration with experienced nurse leaders to foster confidence and independence in new graduates.

Qualifications

• BLS and ACLS certifications required or obtained within specified timelines.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the state.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition at admission and each shift, reporting changes.
• Perform procedures and medication administration as directed by physicians.
• Document care accurately in the medical record and monitor outcomes.
• Provide prompt, compassionate, patient‑centered care and anticipate needs.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans and follow‑ups.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At HCA Florida Fort Walton‑Destin Hospital, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses. The HCA Nurse Residency Program is a year‑long program designed to give you hands‑on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident Graduate Nurse you will be surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a 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

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Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The HCA Nurse Residency Program at HCA Florida Fort Walton‑Destin Hospital provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in today’s hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized 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.
• Working collaboratively on an evidence‑based practice project.

Cohort Start Dates and Specialties Available

• 2/9/2026 – Med/Surg, Ortho, Oncology, Rehab, PCU, ICU (very limited) and ED (very limited)
• 5/2026 – Med/Surg, Ortho, Oncology, Rehab, PCU, ICU (very limited) and ED (very limited)
• 7/2026 – Med/Surg, Ortho, Oncology, Rehab, PCU, ICU (very limited) and ED (very limited)

The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.

What will you do in this role

• Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, 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 in a timely and thorough manner.
• Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
• Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
• Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow‑up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment
• Other Certifications maybe required during employment
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
• No previous experience needed
• Some travel maybe needed for training

HCA Florida Fort Walton‑Destin Hospital is a 267‑bed hospital. We are a top‑performing quality hospital. We have over 300 of the most respected and qualified physicians in the area. We offer an Advanced Primary Stroke Center and a Cancer Care Center. Our services include open‑heart surgery and a wide range of specialties. We give advanced care to critically ill patients. We offer emergency services at our main emergency room (ER). We also have a pediatric ER and two freestanding ERs. Together, our team has an unwavering conviction to improve more lives in more ways.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.” – Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the HCA Florida Fort Walton‑Destin Hospital family! We will provide you with the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we promptly review all applications. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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.