Orthopedic Nurse Residency — Paid Year‑Long RN Program

Corpus Christi Medical Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &-

Vision benefits

Job summary

Corpus Christi Medical Center offers an RN Residency Program designed to support graduates as they transition from student nurse to registered nurse. The program provides hands-on experiences, preceptorship, and ongoing mentoring to build clinical confidence and critical thinking in a supportive environment.

The RN Resident coordinates high‑quality, patient‑centered care with guidance from nurse educators and experienced clinicians, preparing you for responsibilities across departments while

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS 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 needed for training.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift, 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 licensure or GN status

Travel readiness

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Corpus Christi Medical Center offers an RN Residency Program designed to support graduates as they transition from student nurse to registered nurse. The program provides hands-on experiences, preceptorship, and ongoing mentoring to build clinical confidence and critical thinking in a supportive environment.

The RN Resident coordinates high‑quality, patient‑centered care with guidance from nurse educators and experienced clinicians, preparing you for responsibilities across departments while