Nurse Residency, OR
Corpus Christi Medical Center
Corpus Christi, TX0–3 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at Corpus Christi Medical Center is a year-long, paid program designed to provide hands-on experience and help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills for future nurses. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse, you will be supported by nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents, facilitating the transition from student nurse 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 such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage."
- Serve as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers to ensure an exceptional 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.
- Document care administration in the patient medical record promptly and thoroughly.
- 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, status, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology for understanding.
Program Learning Experiences
- 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.
- Collaborative work 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.