New Grad RN Residency
Company: HCA Florida West Hospital
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: March 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization
that invests in you? At HCA Florida West Hospital, you come first!
HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our
future nurses! The HCA Nurse Residency Program is a year-long
program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish
valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I
Graduate Nurse you will be surrounded by a supportive community of
nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that
promote learning, clinical application, and socialization,
shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to
registered nurse. Benefits We offer a total rewards package to
support your health, life, career and retirement. Some available
plans and programs include: - Comprehensive benefits for medical,
prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and
telemedicine services - Wellbeing support, including free
counseling and referral services - Time away from work programs for
paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability
coverage and leaves of absence - Savings and retirement resources,
including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based
on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible
spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement
readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing
counseling - Education support through tuition assistance, student
loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and
a partnership with Galen College of Nursing - Additional benefits
for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life
insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home
insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer
discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for
some benefits may vary by location. Job Summary and Qualifications
The HCA Nurse Residency Program at HCA Florida West Hospital
provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in today’s
hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the
transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized series
of learning experiences, including: - 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. - Working collaboratively on an evidence-based
practice project. Cohort Start Dates Specialties Available -
2/16/2026 - Med/Surg, Medical Oncology, Post-Surgical Care,
Progressive/Transitional Care/Tele, Behavioral Health, Observation,
and ER (limited) - 5/2026 - Med/Surg, Medical Oncology,
Post-Surgical Care, Progressive/Transitional Care/Tele, Behavioral
Health, Observation, and ER (limited) - 7/2026 - Med/Surg, Medical
Oncology, Post-Surgical Care, Progressive/Transitional Care/Tele,
Behavioral Health, Observation, and ER (limited) The RN Resident
coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in
accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the
department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice
for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical
providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident
provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care
using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach,
and Manage.” The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients,
families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient
experience. What will you do in this role: - Assess patient
condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled,
identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. - Perform
procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the
medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the
patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. - Perform
the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for
therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate
in the event of an unintended response to medication. - Perform
exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive
to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively. - Teach
patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition,
patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side
effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical
terminology to ensure complete understanding. What qualifications
you will need: - Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within
30 days of employment - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
obtained within 1 year of employment - Other Certifications maybe
required during employment - Associate or Bachelor’s degree in
Nursing - Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State -
No previous experience needed - Some travel maybe needed for
training HCA Florida West Hospital is a 515-bed facility. We are
proud to be the area's leading health care facility in quality
outcomes performance. We are the area's first Accredited Chest Pain
Center and Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. Our hospital is the
first in the state of Florida to have earned Atrial Fibrillation
with Electrophysiology Services Accreditation. We have an Advanced
Primary Stroke Center. We provide a specialized Emergency
Department tailored to the needs of seniors and children. We have a
Kid’s ER dedicated to our youngest patients. We are the area’s only
comprehensive CARF-accredited physical rehabilitation hospital. Our
facility has a behavioral health facility. We offer services
including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, oncology, and
orthopedics. Other services that we offer include robotic-assisted
surgery, critical care, and neurology/neurosurgery. We also offer
urology, gastroenterology, obstetrics, and pulmonary and
rehabilitative medicine. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one
of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute
more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an
estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care,
uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and
mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Would you like to unlock your potential
with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and
development of our colleagues? Join the HCA Florida West Hospital
family! We will provide you with the tools and resources you need
to succeed in our organization. If you are looking for an
opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we
promptly review all applications. Unlock the possibilities and
apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.
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