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Parkridge Medical Center

New Graduate Nurse Residency RN - Parkridge Health

Parkridge Medical Center, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450

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Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At Parkridge Medical Center, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses!

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 Parkridge Medical Center 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

February 2026

April 2026

June 2026

July 2026

September 2026

October 2026

November 2026

Specialties Available

Med/Surg – $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Stepdown – $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Emergency Services – $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Critical Care – $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Women’s – $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus

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

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital. We are near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These services include cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. These services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state of the art neurosurgery program. Patients also have access to OB‑GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They also have access to (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

“Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.”

Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., HCA Healthcare Co‑Founder

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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