February 2027 Nurse Residency Program

Application closes August 27th at 5pm.

About the role

Performs the functions of a registered nurse in direct patient care under the direction of a structured new graduate program. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. Works in collaboration with other health care professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care to meet the patient/family needs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for planning, delegating, and coordinating patient care.
• Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal learning and evidence-based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, aiming to provide safe, quality, and compassionate nursing.
• Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights, and guest relations.
• Organizes care delivered by the patient care team; coordinates plan of care.
• Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and the patient care team in a way that demonstrates sensitivity to diversity.
• Collaborates with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement an appropriate plan of care that promotes each person's contributions toward achieving the best patient outcomes.

Requirements

• BSN degree by December 2026
• Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas (upon hire)
• BLS certification approved by the American Heart Association (upon hire)

Job Profile

• Requires experience in own professional discipline to appropriately apply knowledge; broadens expertise and acquires higher-level skills.
• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
• No supervisory responsibilities but may provide informal guidance to new team members.
• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using professional/technical experience, judgment, and precedents.
• Impacts the quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies.
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction.
• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations.

Participating Units

• Pulmonary
• Renal
• NICU
• Cardiac ICU
• PICU/TICU
• Critical Care Float Pool
• Dallas ED
• Plano ED
• Plano ACS
• Plano General Pediatrics
• Plano Integrated Therapy Unit
• Plano Hematology Oncology
• Inpatient Surgery
• General Pediatrics
• Hematology Oncology

Location

Dallas/Plano

Why Children’s Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities, and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Benefits

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure.
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks).
• Caregiver Leave.
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.