Multispecialty & Research Hospital - February 2027 Nurse Residency Program (RN)
The Nurse Residency Program at Confidential Client is designed for new graduate RNs to develop clinical skills, judgment, and professional competencies through hands-on experience and mentorship in a leading academic medical center. Residents provide patient-centered care in oncology or med-surg settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and participate in quality improvement initiatives. This immersive program fosters growth in therapeutic communication, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice to prepare nurses for complex healthcare environments.
About Careertakes
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Program overview
This Nurse Residency Program (RN) is an immersive, evidence-based residency designed for new graduate RNs (RN I) to accelerate clinical skills, judgment, and professional growth in a large academic multispecialty and research hospital. Tracks available include Oncology and Med‑Surg. Residents receive structured mentorship, hands-on clinical experience, and opportunities to participate in quality and evidence-based projects.
What you’ll do
- Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, families, and the interprofessional care team to support and execute individualized plans of care.
- Perform nursing assessments, assist with exams and treatments, document care, and maintain accurate medical records.
- Provide patient and family education appropriate to learning needs and discharge planning.
- Participate in unit initiatives, shared governance, and peer-to-peer accountability to support retention and engagement.
- Contribute to quality, safety, and efficiency targets (e.g., reducing length of stay, reporting near misses).
- Support evidence-based practice projects and adopt new care pathways or service-line implementations.
- Progressively manage routine and emergent patient situations with guidance from experienced RNs and the healthcare team.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- New graduate or entry-level RN progressing toward independent practice (Novice to Advanced Beginner under Benner’s model).
- Demonstrated progression in assessment, organizational, problem-solving, time-management, and critical-thinking skills.
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills required for patient care and safety.
- Ability to collaborate with physicians, interprofessional teams, patients, and families while exercising professional judgment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and common office applications.
- Commitment to continuous learning, feedback, and professional development.
Education & licensure
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Current Texas Board of Nursing RN license or Compact State RN license. Temporary Texas RN license acceptable if full Texas RN license is obtained within 90 days of hire.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 7 days of hire.
Residency tracks
- Oncology
- Med‑Surg
Applications are due by November 6; interviews are scheduled for November 13–20 (dates subject to the client’s timeline).
Benefits & total rewards
Employees working at least 20 hours/week with an appointment of at least 4.5 months are eligible for benefits including (typical offerings):
- Medical insurance (employee plan options and dependent coverage).
- Dental and vision plan options.
- Group term life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Disability insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
- Retirement plan options (Teacher Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan) with employer match where applicable.
- Generous paid time off (front‑loaded PTO, extended illness bank), paid family leave, and 12 paid holidays.
- Employee discounts and wellness resources.
(Exact benefit details and eligibility are determined by the hiring organization.)
Legal & compliance notes
- This position may require compliance with state and institution-specific policies and executive orders relevant to workplace security and infrastructure.
- Candidates must meet licensure and certification requirements prior to or shortly after hire as noted above.
- Careertakes and our client will follow all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws during recruitment and hiring.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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