New Grad RN - StoneCrest

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) plan with a match

Job summary

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is offering a paid HCA Healthcare Residency Program for aspiring nurses. This program provides essential training and support to transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

Cohorts begin in 2026, with an emphasis on advanced clinical training and hands-on experience. Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, and patient education. This opportunity is ideal for new graduates seeking to kickstart their nursing careers in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• BLS obtained within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Certification requirements may vary.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and report changes.
• Perform procedures and document care.
• Administer medications and monitor responses.
• Respond promptly to patient requests.
• Educate patients and families on care and treatment.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State

Job description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center 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 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

Job Summary and Qualifications

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at TriStar StoneCrest 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.

Cohort start dates:

• January 2026
• February 2026
• March 2026
• May 2026
• June 2026
• July 2026
• August 2026
• September 2026
• October 2026
• November 2026
• December 2026

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.

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. Translate 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 may be 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 may be needed for training.

TriStar StoneCrest serves Rutherford County, Tennessee. Our 100‑bed hospital offers complete medical care for adults and children, including emergency and surgical services. Our medical staff includes about 500 physicians in more than 45 specialties. Our staff is committed to providing quality patient care. We offer compassion and comfort in our modern facility.

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.