New Graduate Nurse Residency Spring Graduates
Lee's Summit Medical Center
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 3 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- SpringPatient careMedical terminologyCPR / BLS
- Work
- On-site in Lees Summit
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Patient care90%CPR / BLS64%Medical terminology10%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 29, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Lee's Summit Medical Center is seeking New Graduate Nurses for its Spring Graduate Nurse Residency Program. This is a year-long, paid program designed to provide hands-on experience and foster clinical and critical thinking skills. Residents will be supported by nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents during their transition from student to registered nurse.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with department requirements and scope of practice.
- Collaborate with medical providers and the care team to provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care.
- Utilize nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage."
- Serve as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers.
- Assess patient condition during admission and each shift, identifying and reporting changes.
- Perform procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers.
- Document care administered in the patient medical record.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic response.
- Intervene as appropriate for unintended medication responses.
- Respond promptly to patient requests and anticipate patient needs.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- 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 from an accredited nursing program.
- Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.
Qualifications
- No previous experience needed.
Opportunities Available
Opportunities for New Graduate Nurses at Lee's Summit Medical Center can include:
- Medical Surgical Telemetry
- Orthopedic Spine Specialty
- Progressive Care
- ICU
- Emergency Room
- Float Pool
Career growth advancement beyond one year includes opportunities in Sarah Cannon Cancer Center, Infusion Clinic, Cath Lab, GI Lab, Pre Op, PACU, and more (new graduates do not start in these areas).
Program Components
The HCA Healthcare Residency Program includes:
- 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.
Start Dates
- Start dates are offered every two weeks for New Graduate Nurses.
- December Graduate Start Dates include January 4th, January 18th, February 1st, and February 15th.
About Lee's Summit Medical Center
Lee's Summit Medical Center is an 80+ bed full-service hospital affiliated with HCA Healthcare Midwest Health. The hospital serves Lee’s Summit and surrounding areas with services including cardiology, cancer care, emergency services, imaging, neurology, women’s care, and various surgical services. It features a dually-accredited Chest Pain and Primary Stroke Center.
HCA Healthcare Recognition
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.