New Grad RN Resident All HCA Midwest Hospitals

Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence, Llc; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision

Wellbeing counseling

Paid time off & family leave

401(k) with 100% match on 3–9% of pay

Education support with Galen College

Job summary

Centerpoint Medical Center in the Kansas City metro region is offering an RN Resident position as part of a year-long residency designed to bridge student nursing to registered nurse practice. This paid program provides hands-on learning, preceptorship, and mentorship from experienced nurse leaders, with emphasis on evidence-based care and patient-centered teamwork.

New graduates must complete nursing degree, obtain state RN licensure, and meet BLS/ACLS requirements; travel may be required for

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS within 12 months of employment.
• Other certifications may be required during employment.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing completed before start date; may start before graduation.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the state; orientation can start before passing NCLEX.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be needed for training; local to Kansas City metro area.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

RN License or Graduate Nurse

Nursing Degree (AA/BSN)

NCLEX Eligible

Education

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

RN License or Graduate Nurse

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

NCLEX completion / Eligible

Job description

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

Belton Regional Medical Center, Centerpoint Medical Center, Lafayette Regional Health Center, Lees Summit Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Research Medical Center & Research Psychiatric Center.

*We are full in the division for NICU, Womens, Pediatrics openings for 2026 New Graduate Nurse hiring. We prioritize internal promotion and opportunities for transfer from hospital to hospital. Let us launch your career and build your confidence, we will get you quickly to where you want to grow*

The HCA Healthcare 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
• Well being 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 Residency Program at Centerpoint Medical Center 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.

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.

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 maybe required during employment
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing to be completed before start date. You may accept a position prior to graduation.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State. You may start orientation and training in your RN Resident position prior to passing the NCLEX.
• No previous experience needed
• Some travel maybe needed for training, you will remain local to the Kansas City metro area.

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.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder