New Grad RN Residency

About the Role

The HCA Nurse Residency Program at HCA Florida Capital Hospital is a year-long, paid program designed to provide hands-on experience, establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills, and support the transition from student nurse to registered nurse. Residents will be part of a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents.

Program Components

• 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.

Cohort Start Dates

• February 16, 2026
• May 2026
• July 2026

Specialties Available

• Med/Surg
• Orthopedics
• Oncology
• Tele/Neuro
• IMCU (Limited)
• ICU (Limited)
• ER (Limited)

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with departmental requirements and scope/standards of practice.
• Provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care in collaboration with medical providers and the care team, using models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.”
• Serve as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers.
• Assess patient condition during admission and shifts, identifying and reporting changes.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by medical providers and document care.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor for therapeutic response, and intervene as appropriate for unintended responses.
• Respond promptly to patient requests, anticipate needs, and resolve them proactively.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on medical conditions, status, treatment plans, medications, potential side effects, 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.

Qualifications

• 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.