New Grad RN Residency Behavioral Health

TriCities Hospital; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO & family leave

401(k) match

Education assistance

Fertility & family planning benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

TriCities Hospital in Virginia offers an RN Residency program to support new graduates through a structured, paid learning pathway. The program includes advanced clinical training, monthly education sessions, and mentoring from nurse leaders.

Flexible start dates and unit-dependent shift scheduling help new nurses transition smoothly into professional practice while working on evidence‑based projects and collaborative care teams.

Qualifications

• BLS and ACLS certifications required within stated timelines.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Registered Nurse license or Graduate Nurse in the state.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care per department standards.
• Collaborate with medical providers and care team to support the patient experience.
• Assess patient condition during admission and shifts; document care in the medical record.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient response.
• Educate patients and families about condition, treatment, and follow-up.

Skills

BLS within 30 days

ACLS within 1 year

Certification readiness

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $32.14 - $48.20 / hour

Job Summary and Qualifications

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at TriCities 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.

Flexible start dates available.

Shift is dependent upon units’ need at time of hire.

What will you do in this role

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.

• 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. Translate complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

What qualifications you will need

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Other certifications may be required during employment.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be required for training.

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 well‑being 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.

Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

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.