Texas Children's Nurse Residency
Texas Children's Nurse Residency
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Job Description
Transition to Practice Nurse Residency Program
Our innovative program assists graduate nurses transition from student nurse to professional nurse through a variety of opportunities and an ongoing network of support. Specifically designed for graduates with an interest in pediatric adult cardiac or obstetric nursing this program introduces you to the realities of clinical practice. Group problem-solving critical thinking exercises and hands-on clinical applications will provide you with the tools and resources necessary to discover your full potential.
We are a Magnet designated facility
The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes health care organizations for quality patient care nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice. As one of the nations top childrens hospitals our exceptional clinical practice and dedication to lifelong learning is a vital component in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.
We are Accredited with Distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP)
The ANCCs PTAP sets the global standard for residency or fellowship programs that transition registered nurses and advanced practice registered nurses into new practice settings. This accreditation means Texas Childrens Hospital Nurse Residency Program delivers the knowledge skills and professional behaviors new nurses need to deliver safe high-quality care.
Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing by December 2025 with your degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Current licensure with the Board of Nursing for the State of Texas required by January 30 2026
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required by January 30 2026
A personal mission statement - 500 words or less to include why you want to work at Texas Childrens and how your mission statement aligns to our mission and values.
1 letter of recommendation from a clinical instructor that addresses the applicants clinical judgment ability to apply nursing theory to practice and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities:
Perform and document assessments of the patient/family including bio-physical psychosocial developmental (age-appropriate) cultural spiritual and environmental needs in an organized and systematic manner
Analyze situations anticipate potential problems and detect changes in patient status
Involve patient/family in the patients plan of care
Implement high quality cost effective patient care in conjunction with the patient/family
Evaluate and document patients response to the care provided and recognize the patients progress toward meeting the desired outcomes and discuss with the patient/family
Educate patient and family; assess patient/family learning needs capabilities preferences and readiness to learn prior to teaching
Demonstrate commitment to team; flexibility; professional interpersonal communication; critical thinking; and excellent customer service skills
Be accountable for managing time and resources effectively
Be accountable for maintaining professional development of self and participate in the development of others
Participate in achieving hospital / unit goals
Skills:
Knowledge of the principals of biological physical and social science
Ability to apply the nursing process: observe assess intervene evaluate care and counsel
Administration of medications or treatments
Administration supervision and evaluation of nursing practices policies and procedures
Developmental (age-appropriate) nursing practices
Ability to demonstrate positive and appropriate interpersonal skills Good resource and time management skills flexibility strong oral and written communication and ability to operate unit-specific equipment
Are you ready to apply to our Nurse Residency Program This is what you need to do:
Step 1 - Click Apply Now
Step 2 - Upload required documents (Current resume a personal mission statement and one letter of recommendation) with your application in a single PDF. You will not be able to reopen the application to upload more documents once submitted.
Step 3 - Complete the Texas Childrens Nurse Residency Questionnaire (Link Here)
Key Dates:
Nurse Residency Program Start Date: February 16 2026
Interview Days: October 6 October 17
Your online application and the questionnaire are due by Friday September 26 2025
Employment Type
Full-Time
