Hca staRN OR residency

[Kendrabendra, ASN]

Hi guys, I'm a new grad and accepted an offer at hca. Before anyone says anything I'm aware of the reputation but I like what hca has to offer as far as benefits.

Anyway, can anyone let me know what to expect as far as the residency for OR? I'm in the gulf coast division, starting March 27. One of the reasons I want to work in the or is the 8 hr shifts, which they said they could give me. Any input on what shifts yall work after the classes? And do I need blue scrubs for classes since I will wear hospital scrubs? Is the coursework very demanding and should I wait to register for my RN to BSN? Thanks!

[NurseCDT, MSN]

Hi! No shade for HCA here, I actually scrubbed at East Houston Regional for 8 years before they tore it down. 

You will likely have to do PeriOp 101 which will take a while and teach you the basic foundations of the OR.  The learning curve for the OR is very long so I would certainly wait to register for your BSN or you are going to burn yourself out quick. 

Get a small notebook and write notes when nurses tell you things!!  Just listen and make friends with the scrub techs, they can make or break your days in the OR. Also, you likely will have 8 hour days like 6:30-3pm BUT will have to take call also which means you can get called in for surgery at any time during that period.  

It's a blast once you get comfortable.  Good luck!!