New Grad RN Residency Medical Surgical

About the Role

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at LewisGale Medical Center is a year-long, paid program designed for new graduate nurses. It provides hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills, supporting the transition from student nurse to registered nurse. Residents will be part of a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with department requirements and professional standards.
• Provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using 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 and document care.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic response, intervening as appropriate for unintended responses.
• Respond promptly to patient requests and proactively address patient needs.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology.

Program Learning Experiences Include

• 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.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse License in the State.
• No previous experience needed.
• Some travel may be needed for training.