NURSE RESIDENCY PROGRAM
At Memorial Hermann, we’re about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse employee population that develop and grow careers in a team-oriented environment focused on patient care.
Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it.
Job Summary
Congratulations! Your hard work and dedication has paid off! This is an exciting time as you take the first step in your professional nursing career, and Memorial Hermann supports you in this journey by offering your first chance at being a great nurse!
We agree a healthy support system is the key to achieving success in a clinical curriculum, which is why our System Nurse Residency Program follows a cohort-focused model where you are able to grow and develop your nursing skills in a supportive setting. There is still a lot to learn after nursing school and we know finding a job and gaining hands-on experience can be overwhelming; our program is structured to help you develop in three critical areas: leadership, quality outcomes, and professional role.
Through the Nurse Residency Program, Memorial Hermann is investing in the future of the healthcare industry, the profession of nursing, and in your professional future by providing a strong foundation on which to start your career. The objective of our program is to enable you to develop from an advanced beginner into an exceptional nurse.
The Nurse Residency Program
A 12 month transition-to-practice program designed to provide new graduate nurses a comprehensive evidence-based curriculum to support new nurses to a competent level of practice.
This program is supported by the UHC/AACN Nurse Residency Program™ curriculum, as well as ongoing Memorial Hermann Clinical Development programs.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Ideal candidates will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher in an accredited nursing program.
- Completion of a nursing degree from an accredited program; BSN preferred.
- Current Texas RN license or temporary permit.
- BLS Certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association.