Introduction

One application to support opportunities for Sponsorship in several hospital locations in Kansas City.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At HCA Healthcare, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses! 

Calling all upcoming May 2026, June 2026, August 2026 from BSN Nursing programs Only! We are excited to help you launch your career amongst one of the HCA Hospitals in Kansas City!

We are providing sponsorship (EB3 Visa) to international students who meet the qualifications.

Units we are providing sponsorship to Med Surg, Cardiac, Telemetry, Orthos, Rehabs, Psychiatric, Transplant, Oncology, and Step Down Units.  NO specialty units at this time.

We are not providing sponsorship to ICUs, EDs, Women's, OR, NICUs nor Peds, etc. 

****IF you are not local to the US and did not graduate recently from a Nursing program, meeting my sponsorship qualifications, do not apply**** We will not move forward. 

• Must have an OPT that can be active upon graduation and must be able to start working close to active date of OPT. 
• Must be willing to continue education using Day One CPT program (we have recommended programs and one in Kansas City for MSN)
• Be willing to work while attending future education, therefore must attend CPT  program only.  These are hybrid online programs.
• Must be have education from United States and already be living in United States to be considered. Application should reflect. 
• *You may apply and interview for a Graduate Nurse role and relocation to Kansas City (if needed) 6 months in advance*

Complete this one application and a recruiter will schedule a call to complete an intiail interview discussing your Top areas of interest and hospital preference. 

*Positions for sponsorship are limited to specific departments to get started. However, opportunities for advancement to specialty units are available after 1 year for working with us*

****FT Day and Night Shift only on Medical Surgical, Telemetry, Cardiac & Progressive Care Units *****

 $5,000 Relocation Bonus offered for those more than 50 miles from our hospitals

Hospitals providing sponsorship at this time include:  Belton Regional Medical Center, Centerpoint Medical Center, Lee's Summit Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Research Medical Center, and Research Psychiatric Center. We have the right to limit where we provide sponsorship and what units given our needs upon application. 

How will we train you in your Nursing role: 

The HCA Nurse Residency Programis 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 benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeingsupport, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirementresources, 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
• Educationsupport through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor 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 HCA Healthcare 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 le