Nurse Residency
CHRISTUS Health
About the Role
The Spohn RN Residency program at CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, South, Kleberg, Beeville, and Alice facilities is seeking applicants for its next cohort starting February 8, 2027. This program is designed for recent nursing graduates, new grad nurses, or RNs with less than 12 months of work experience. It aims to transition participants into a hospital environment with increased confidence, knowledge, and skills. The program is evidence-based, nationally recognized, and focuses on providing better, safer, and more consistent patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Guided learning and evaluation of growth through mentors, preceptors, and de-briefers.
- Engagement in interactive virtual classes taught by subject matter experts to strengthen educational foundation.
- 24/7 access to a web-based suite of development applications for curriculum, clinical performance tracking, evaluation materials, and real-time reporting.
- Rapid feedback to track clinical progress, connect with preceptors and other residents.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- RN license or GN Permit (valid, unencumbered Texas license)
- BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Working knowledge of the nursing process
- In-depth knowledge of therapeutic, physical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and developmental needs for a select category of patients.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Applicants planning to complete the RN examination/licensure process and obtain their GN permit before the cohort start date are welcome.
Incentives
- $10K Sign-on Bonus
- $5K relocation assistance (if applicable)