New Grad RN Residency

HCA Florida Putnam Hospital; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a New Grad RN Resident, where you'll gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. This year-long program is designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world nursing. You'll receive advanced clinical training, participate in educational sessions, and work closely with experienced mentors. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a variety of specialties, including Medical Surgical and ICU. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to grow in your nursing career, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) Plan with matching

Paid time off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Wellbeing support

Legal counseling

Identity theft protection

Qualifications

• BLS-AHA Provider card required within 30 days of start.
• Florida RN license required, compact license holders have 60 days to obtain Florida license.

Responsibilities

• Assessing patient condition during admission and each shift.
• Administering prescribed medications and monitoring responses.
• Teaching patients about medical conditions and follow-up care.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessment

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS-AHA Provider Certification

ACLS Certification

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Introduction

Description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At HCA Florida Putnam Hospital, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses!

The HCA Healthcare 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 I 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

We offer a total rewards package to support your health, life, career, and retirement. Some available plans and programs include:

• 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

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Nurse Residency Program at HCA Florida Putnam 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

5/19/2025

Specialties Available

Medical Surgical, Progressive Care/Step-Down, ICU, and Emergency Services (very limited)

7/28/2025

8/25/2025

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

Responsibilities in this role include:

• Assessing patient condition during admission and each shift, reporting changes.
• Performing procedures, monitoring, and documentation as ordered.
• Administering prescribed medications, monitoring responses, and notifying providers of any issues.
• Responding promptly to patient requests and anticipating needs.
• Teaching patients and families about medical conditions, treatments, and follow-up care, translating complex terminology for understanding.

Qualifications needed:

• BLS-AHA Provider card required within 30 days of start.
• ACLS obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Florida RN license and/or approved multistate RN license required. Compact license holders have 60 days to obtain Florida license after relocation.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be required for training.

HCA Florida Putnam Hospital is a 99-bed acute care facility serving North Central Florida, located in Palatka, Florida. We provide the latest technology with highly trained, empathetic professionals, including an ICU and emergency department, a cardiac catheterization lab, and outpatient rehabilitation services. Our hospital offers comprehensive healthcare services while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. We have invested heavily in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other community support initiatives.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." — Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., Co-Founder of HCA Healthcare

Join us to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to your growth and development. We review all applications promptly. Apply today to unlock your possibilities!

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.