Texas Children's Nurse Residency (HOUSTON)

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 nation’s top children’s 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 ANCC’s 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 Children’s 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 2026 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 31, 2027
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required by January 31, 2027
• A personal mission statement - 500 words or less to include why you want to work at Texas Children’s and how your mission statement aligns to our mission and values.
• 1 letter of recommendation from a clinical instructor that addresses the applicant’s 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 patient’s plan of care
• Implement high quality, cost effective patient care in conjunction with the patient/family
• Evaluate and document patient’s response to the care provided and recognize the patient’s 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 Children's Nurse Residency Questionnaire (Link Here)

Key Dates:

• Nurse Residency Program Start Date: February 15, 2027
• Interview Days: September 28 – October 9
• Your online application and the questionnaire are due by Friday, September 18, 2026

Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years. 

Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after-hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation. 

 To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.

 Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.