Graduate Nurse Residency, Surgery February 2025

About the position

The Graduate Nurse Residency Program at Texas Health Resources is designed for new graduate RNs to gain essential clinical experience and skills in a supportive environment. This comprehensive program includes a guided clinical experience, a core curriculum, mentoring, and rotations through various departments to enhance nursing competencies. The residency lasts for 15 months, providing a structured onboarding process to help new nurses navigate the complexities of hospital life effectively.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a guided clinical experience with instructor-led core curriculum.
• Engage in a formal mentoring program and attend informative debriefing/self-care sessions.
• Rotate and cross-train through different departments to gain a broader nursing experience.
• Complete a 15-month employment commitment as part of the residency program.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Texas or a Compact State.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) required upon hire; BSN preferred.
• Graduated within the last 12 months preferred.
• Less than one year of experience at the time the residency begins preferred.
• No prior completion of a THR nursing residency preferred.
• Enrolled or completed a DEU with THR preferred.
• BCLS certification prior to providing independent patient care.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in teaching or mentoring in a clinical setting.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement