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RN, Registered Nurse, Graduate Nurse Residency

Christus Health · Mt Sylvan, Smith County

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Interview prep

Be ready to discuss residency readiness: prioritization under load, escalation, medication safety, and how you learn from feedback. Prepare examples of teamwork, patient advocacy, and why a Catholic nonprofit system and East Texas placement fit your goals.

Fit summary

Strong fit for new or early-career nurses seeking a structured residency at a large Catholic nonprofit system rather than a fully remote or pure travel role. Location is on-site in Mt Sylvan / Smith County.

Day in the role

As a Graduate Nurse Residency RN at CHRISTUS Health in Mt Sylvan (Smith County), expect structured precepted shifts: assessments, meds, documentation, and care coordination while building confidence under residency mentorship. Days balance bedside care, safety checks, handoffs, and learning goals typical of a new-grad residency in a Catholic health system.

Skills to emphasize

Build core RN competencies: assessment, med safety, EHR charting, infection control, and patient education. Free study options include Saylor Academy — Health Sciences courses (free) and Coursera — audit-track healthcare courses (free to learn).

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing is on-site in Mt Sylvan, Smith County (remote flag is off).

What kind of employer is CHRISTUS Health?

An international Catholic nonprofit health system based in Irving, Texas, founded in 1999.

Are free learning resources available for this career family?

Yes—Saylor Academy Health Sciences courses (free) and Coursera audit-track healthcare courses (free to learn).

Company facts (cached)

Website: christushealth.org

Christus Health is an international Catholic nonprofit health system based in Irving, Texas, United States.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Join CHRISTUS Health's Mt Sylvan location as a Registered Nurse through our Graduate Nurse Residency program. This full-time, one-year developmental opportunity is designed for 2026 nursing graduates, providing structured mentorship, clinical training, and comprehensive support as you transition into professional nursing practice in Smith County. About the Opportunity CHRISTUS Health recognizes that recent nursing graduates bring essential new perspectives to healthcare. Our Registered Nurse Graduate Residency creates an intentional pathway from nursing school to confident independent practice. Over twelve months, you'll advance from new graduate to proficient bedside nurse, working alongside experienced mentors within a supportive cohort of peers navigating the same professional transition. What You'll Do Deliver direct patient care in acute care settings under structured guidance from experienced RNs Develop clinical competencies in patient assessment, safety protocols, and therapeutic communication Participate in organized didactic education and simulation training designed for graduate nurses Build proficiency with electronic health records, medical-surgical nursing concepts, and care coordination Collaborate across interprofessional teams including physicians, therapists, and clinical support staff Apply evidence-based practice standards and facility protocols to patient care decisions What We're Looking For Graduation from an accredited nursing program in 2026, holding an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing Current or soon-to-be-obtained Texas Registered Nurse license Solid clinical knowledge foundation from your nursing education Strong commitment to professional growth and quality patient outcomes Excellent interpersonal and teamwork capabilities Genuine dedication to compassionate, evidence-based nursing care About CHRISTUS Health CHRISTUS Health is a mission-driven health system serving Texas communities and beyond. We prioritize compassionate care, clinical excellence, and investment in our nursing workforce. At our Mt Sylvan facility, we actively develop emerging nurse leaders through residencies that combine mentorship with real-world clinical experience, supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. How to Apply Apply through this job listing to be considered for the August 2026 residency cohort. We review applications on a rolling basis.

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