New Grad RN Residency Transitional Cardiac Unit

About the Role

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a year-long program designed to provide hands-on experience and develop valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse, you will be part of a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents, facilitating your transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with departmental requirements and scope of practice.
• In collaboration with medical providers and the care team, provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models.
• Serve as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.
• Assess patient condition during admission and each shift, identifying and reporting any changes.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers, documenting care in the patient medical record.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic response, intervening as appropriate for unintended responses.
• Respond promptly to patient requests and strive to anticipate and resolve patient needs proactively.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology for complete understanding.

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
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program

Qualifications

• No previous experience needed.
• Other Certifications may be required during employment.
• Some travel may be needed for training.