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

Calling all upcoming December 2025 & May 2026 from BSN Nursing programs Only! We are excited to help you launch your career amongst one of the HCA Hospitals in Kansas City!

We are providing sponsorship (EB3 Visa) to international students who meet the qualifications. Units we are providing sponsorship to Med Surg, Cardiac, Telemetry, Orthos, Rehabs, Psychiatric, Transplant, Oncology, and Step Down Units. NO specialty units at this time.

We are not providing sponsorship to ICUs, EDs, Women's, OR, NICUs nor Peds, etc. ****IF you are not local to the US and did not graduate recently from a Nursing program, meeting my sponsorship qualifications, do not apply. We will not move forward.

Must have an OPT that can be active upon graduation and must be able to start working close to active date of OPT.

Must be willing to continue education using Day One CPT program (we have recommended programs and one in Kansas City for MSN)

Be willing to work while attending future education, therefore must attend CPT program only. These are hybrid online programs.

Must have education from United States and already be living in United States to be considered. Application should reflect.

*You may apply and interview for a Graduate Nurse role and relocation to Kansas City (if needed) 6 months in advance.

Complete this one application and a recruiter will schedule a call to complete an initial interview discussing your top areas of interest and hospital preference.

Positions for sponsorship are limited to specific departments to get started. However, opportunities for advancement to specialty units are available after 1 year for working with us.

**FT Day and Night Shift only on Medical Surgical, Telemetry, Cardiac & Progressive Care Units.

$5,000 Relocation Bonus offered for those more than 50 miles from our hospitals.

Hospitals providing sponsorship at this time include: Belton Regional Medical Center, Centerpoint Medical Center, Lee's Summit Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Research Medical Center, and Research Psychiatric Center. We have the right to limit where we provide sponsorship and what units given our needs upon application.

How will we train you in your Nursing role:

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

Job Summary and Qualifications

The HCA Nurse Residency Program at HCA Healthcare 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.

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

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 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 Research Medical Center 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.