New Graduate Nurse December Graduates Residency

Centerpoint Medical Center; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off, family leave, and short

401(k) with match

Tuition and certification support

Job summary

The RN Resident program at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO offers new graduates a structured, year-long residency to transition from student to registered nurse. You will gain hands-on experience across medical-surgical and specialty units with dedicated educators and mentors guiding your growth.

Start dates are every two weeks, with flexible scheduling around graduation and NCLEX timelines. The program emphasizes clinical skills, critical thinking, and safe patient-centered care

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS within 1 year of employment.
• RN license or graduate nurse in the state.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admissions and ongoing patient care during shifts.
• Document care and medication administration accurately in charting.
• Collaborate with providers and care team for updates and care planning.
• Respond promptly to patient requests and follow up on needs.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and follow-up care.

Skills

BLS within 30 days of employment

ACLS within 1 year of employment

Medical-surgical patient care

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Introduction

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!

Only One application is needed to be considered for all New Graduate Nurse RN openings within HCA Healthcare and the 7 hospitals in the Kansas City area.

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

Opportunities at Centerpoint Medical Center for New Graduate Nurses to begin their careers can include Medical Surgical Oncology, Ortho Surgical, Medical Telemetry, Cardiac Care, Progressive Care, ICU, Emergency Room, and Float Pool!

Career Growth advancement beyond one year includes more opportunities in Sarah Cannon Cancer Center, Infusion Clinic, Cath Lab, GI Lab, Pre Op, PACU and more (we do not curently start new graduate nurses in these areas)

The HCA 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

• 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

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Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The HCA Nurse 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.

We offer Start Dates every two weeks for New Graduate Nurses giving flexibility around graduation dates, NCLEX, vacations and more!

December Graduate Start Dates will be January 4th, January 18th, February 1st and February 15th

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 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 maybe needed for training

Centerpoint Medical Center is a 285+ bed hospital featuring state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Our hospital offers some of the latest clinical services available to patients. We remain focused on providing compassionate care and top-notch customer service for our patients. We offer many features for visitors, including sleeper chairs in patient rooms, comfortable waiting areas, and wireless internet access. We are a Level II Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services and an accredited Chest Pain Center. Our Orthopedic Services include Total Joints and Sports Medicine. We are an accredited Cancer Program and Breast Center. We provide Women's Services, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Stroke Center. Our Outpatient Services include a Surgery Center, Advanced Wound Care Center, Pain Center, Sleep Disorder Center, Imaging, and Rehab. We are part of HCA Midwest Health, a network of hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas.

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.

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

• Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder