New Nurse RN Residency Dec Grads Galen Students
HCA Florida South Shore Hospital
Sun City Center, FL0–3 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
HCA Florida South Shore Hospital is offering a year-long HCA Nurse Residency Program designed for Galen College of Nursing December 2026 graduates. This paid program provides hands-on experience to develop essential clinical and critical thinking skills, transitioning graduates from student nurses to registered nurses within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with departmental requirements and state/specialty standards.
- Provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using nursing models like "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 and monitoring as ordered by medical providers.
- Document care provided in the patient medical record.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic response.
- Respond promptly to patient requests and anticipate needs.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology.
- Participate in advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
- Attend monthly educational sessions.
- Engage in preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
- Measure and evaluate skills through hands-on simulations.
- Receive mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
- 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.
- Some travel may be needed for training.
Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State.
- No previous experience needed.
- This posting is for Galen College of Nursing December 2026 graduates only.