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TriStar Summit Medical Center

Hermitage, Tennessee

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Posted Aug 30, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 31, 2026

What this means for you

TriStar Summit Medical Center is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back.

What the listing says

Shift
Days
Weekends, holidays, call
Weekends required
Orientation & support
Residency program
Facility
Level III trauma center

About this role

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Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At TriStar Summit Medical Center , you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses! 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 Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location. Job Summary and Qualifications The HCA Nurse Residency Program at TriStar Summit Medical Center 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. Cohort Start Dates: • January 2027 • February 2027 • March 2027 • April 2027 • June 2027 • July 2027 • August 2027 • September 2027 • October 2027 • November 2027 • December 2027 Specialties Available: • Acute Cardiopulmonary • Acute Surgical • Acute Medical • Inpatient Rehab • Stepdown • Emergency Services • Critical Care • Women's Services • NICU • OR/Peri-Op 101 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 • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing • Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State • No previous experience needed • Some travel maybe needed for training TriStar Summit is a 230+ bed comprehensive facility. We serve Davidson, Wilson and surrounding counties. We include a Level III Trauma Center. We offer a full array of acute care services. These include cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics/spine, rehabilitation and women’s services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI. We are a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Summit is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care. "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 TriStar Summit 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.

Skills for this role

Critical Thinking

Certifications

BLSACLS

Requirements

  • RN
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Disability insurance
  • Rotating weekends
  • No experience needed
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Tuition reimbursement

About the employer

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TriStar Summit Medical Center
Hospital

TriStar Summit Medical Center is a hospital located in Hermitage, Tennessee, and is part of the TriStar Health network, which operates as a division of HCA Healthcare—one of the largest for-profit healthcare systems in the United States. The facility has…

4.3 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award recipient for two consecutive years, placing the facility in the nation's top 5% for safety
  • Employer emphasizes strong staffing support, technology for streamlined patient monitoring, and robust supply chains
  • Ongoing clinical education provided to help nurses improve skills

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated below average at 3.3 out of 5 on Indeed, the lowest sub-rating
  • Job security and advancement rated relatively lower at 3.4 out of 5
  • Work-life balance rated 3.6 out of 5, indicating moderate but not strong satisfaction
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Living in Hermitage, TN

Hermitage sits just east of Nashville, offering a quieter suburban base with easy access to Music City's hospitals and amenities. The area borders Percy Priest Lake for off-shift recreation and is home to The Hermitage, President Andrew Jackson's historic estate. A practical choice for RNs wanting proximity to Nashville without urban density.

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State price level · Tennessee
8% below the national average
State index 91.9 (100 = national)

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