New Grad RN Resident Telemetry

About the Role

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at St. David's South Austin Medical Center is a year-long, paid program designed to provide new graduate nurses with hands-on experience, establishing valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse, you will be supported by nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents, facilitating the transition from student to registered nurse.

Program Structure & Learning Experiences

The program offers formalized learning experiences to aid the transition from academic to hospital environments, including:

• 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 & Specialties

• Summer/Fall 2026
• Med Surg

Key Responsibilities

The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with department requirements and scope/standards of practice. In collaboration with medical providers and the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models. The RN Resident advocates for patients, families, and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.

• Assess patient condition during admission and each shift, identifying and reporting changes.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers and document care.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor for therapeutic response, and intervene for unintended responses.
• Respond promptly to patient requests, anticipating and resolving needs proactively.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on medical conditions, status, treatment plans, medications, 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.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be needed for training.

Benefits

St. David's HealthCare offers a total rewards package to support your health, life, career, and retirement.

Savings and Retirement

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Preferred banking partnerships.
• Retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.

Education Support

• Tuition assistance.
• Student loan assistance.
• Certification support.
• Dependent scholarships.
• Partnership with Galen College of Nursing.

Time Away from Work

• Paid time off.
• Paid family leave.
• Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.

Comprehensive Health Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision services.
• Behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.

Additional Benefits

• Fertility and family building assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Life insurance.
• Supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance.
• Legal counseling.
• Identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.