New Nurse RN Residency Galen Students

About the Role

HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital is offering a year-long HCA Nurse Residency Program designed to provide hands-on experience, establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills, and support the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using the "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage" nursing model.
• Serve as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers.
• Assess patient condition during admission and shifts, identifying and reporting changes.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers.
• Document care provided in the patient medical record.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic response.
• 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 for understanding.

Program Learning Experiences

• 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.
• Collaboration on an evidence-based practice project.

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.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be needed for training.

Note: This application is for Galen College of Nursing Students Only.