Resident I Grad Nurse Med-Surg

About the Role

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is a year-long, paid program designed to equip new nurses with hands-on experience, valuable clinical, and critical thinking skills. It provides a supportive environment with nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents to guide the transition from student to registered nurse.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with departmental requirements and professional standards.
• Provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using nursing models like "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage."
• Act as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers to ensure an exceptional patient experience.
• Assess patient condition during admission and shifts, identifying and reporting changes.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers and document care.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor for therapeutic responses, and intervene for unintended responses.
• Respond promptly to patient requests, anticipating and proactively resolving needs.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology for understanding.
• Collaborate 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.