New Grad RN Resident Med Surg

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital; Vidalia (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Fertility assistance

Job summary

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia, GA, offers a one-year RN Residency Program designed to bridge student nurses to professional practice. You will gain hands-on experience, mentoring from nurse leaders, and structured simulations to build confidence and clinical skills.

The RN Resident coordinates patient care, collaborates with the care team, and uses evidence-based practices to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 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 needed for training.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition during admission and each shift; report changes.
• Perform procedures and document care in the medical record timely.
• Administer prescribed medications; monitor response and notify provider as needed.
• Teach patients and families about condition, plan, medications, and follow-up.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Travel readiness

No experience required

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Nursing

Job description

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

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 II Registered 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.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at Memorial Health Meadows 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.

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 from an accredited nursing program
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
• No previous experience needed
• Some travel maybe needed for training

Benefits

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

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeingsupport, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirementresources, 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
• Educationsupport through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital

is a regional health system featuring a state-of-the-art hospital, cancer center and a network of physician practices that serve Vidalia, GA. and the surrounding communities. Meadows Health includes the only nationally accredited hospital in Montgomery, Toombs, Treutlen and Tattnall counties.

Meadows offers the latest in medical advancements including cutting‑edge cancer care, life‑saving heart attack procedures, women's services, wound care, orthopedic medicine and more.

Whether you're exploring the scenic outdoors, participating in the famous Vidalia Onion Festival, or savoring local culinary delights, Vidalia offers something for everyone. This is the perfect destination for travelers, families, and locals alike to enjoy unique attractions, community events, and the beauty of South Georgia.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."

• Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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.