RN Residency: Paid, Hands-On Training with Mentorship

Corpus Christi Medical Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Corpus Christi Medical Center in Corpus Christi, Texas, is offering the HCA Healthcare Residency Program for nursing graduates. This year‑long program provides hands‑on experience and a transition from student nurse to registered nurse under the guidance of experienced faculty and preceptors.

The RN Resident will deliver patient‑centered care, participate in educational sessions, preceptorship, and practice simulations while advancing clinical skills and professional growth within a large health

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 maybe required during employment
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
• No previous experience needed
• Some travel maybe needed for training

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. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Corpus Christi Medical Center in Corpus Christi, Texas, is offering the HCA Healthcare Residency Program for nursing graduates. This year‑long program provides hands‑on experience and a transition from student nurse to registered nurse under the guidance of experienced faculty and preceptors.

The RN Resident will deliver patient‑centered care, participate in educational sessions, preceptorship, and practice simulations while advancing clinical skills and professional growth within a large health