Resident I Grad Nurse Med Surg

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits for medical, Rx

Wellbeing support including counseling

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition and education support

Fertility and family-building benefits

Job summary

Texas Orthopedic Hospital, part of the HCA Healthcare family, offers a year-long RN Residency Program designed to bridge student nursing to professional practice. Residents receive mentorship, hands-on simulations, and evidence-based project work within a supportive team of nurse educators and experienced nurses.

Specialties are available with structured learning experiences, monthly education sessions, and preceptorship training to ensure a smooth transition to registered nurse practice and

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS certification required within 1 year of employment.
• Other certifications may be required during employment.
• Graduate Nurse or RN license in the state.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition during admission and each shift, reporting changes promptly.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered, documenting care in the chart.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient response, notifying providers as needed.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care and anticipate patient needs.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about conditions, plans, medications, and follow-up steps.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Travel readiness

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At Texas Orthopedic 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 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.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at Texas Orthopedic 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.

Cohort Start Dates

Specialties Available

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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 (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

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