Nurse Residency New Grad HCA Midwest Hospitals

Job Summary

The HCA Nurse Residency Program at HCA Healthcare provides graduate nurses with a year‑long paid program that supports the transition from classroom to clinical practice through structured learning experiences, including advanced clinical training, monthly educational sessions, preceptorship, simulations, mentorship, and an evidence‑based practice project.

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine coverage
• Well‑being support with free counseling services
• Paid time off, family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability and leaves of absence
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3–9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, retirement readiness tools and financial counseling
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection, auto and home insurance and identity theft protection

• Assess patient condition during admissions and each shift, identifying and reporting changes in status
• Perform procedures, monitoring or other functions as ordered by the medical provider; document administration of care promptly
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor therapeutic response, notify provider and intervene for adverse reactions
• Respond promptly to patient requests and proactively anticipate patient needs
• Teach patients, families and caregivers about medical condition, treatment plan, medications, side effects, and follow‑up measures; translate complex terminology for understanding

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the state of employment
• No prior experience required
• Some travel may be required for training

Start dates are flexible and begin every two weeks throughout the year to accommodate graduation dates, relocation, vacations and NCLEX. Applicants must be current or recent graduates (December 2025 to September 2026).

We are the largest healthcare employer in Kansas City with seven hospitals statewide. HCA Healthcare is 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.