Graduate Nurse - Adult RN Residency Program

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Nurse (GN) is a Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and less than one year of clinical experience. The GN is accepted into the Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) RN Residency Program (RNRP) specifically designed to meet the needs of new graduates and inexperienced nurses as they transition into the role of a competent, successful nurse at LLUMC, a tertiary care facility with multiple specialty fields of nursing. The RN Residency Program provides a supportive and nurturing environment for enhanced professional development in nursing practice and refinement of applying the nursing process to everyday practice by utilizing specific tools and experiences guided by RN preceptors and mentors. The RNRP provides comprehensive education in age-specific and developmentally-appropriate quality patient care in a skills mix environment utilizing LLUMC's Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) linking professional nursing practice to quality outcomes. The GN develops effective decision-making skills and acquires and applies basic theoretical concepts to clinical practice and embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in patient experience, safe patient care and professionalism. Develops skills to contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in nursing required.
• Less than one year of clinical experience.
• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing.
• Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty.
• Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times.
• Able to speak, read and write legibly in English.
• Able to use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
• Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to perform technical patient care activities.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Able to teach, collaborate.
• Able to accept direction.
• Able to think critically.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform basic math and statistical functions.
• Able to manage multiple patient assignments effectively.
• Able to organize and prioritize workload.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Able to problem solve.
• Able to recall information with accuracy.
• Able to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops effective decision-making skills.
• Acquires and applies basic theoretical concepts to clinical practice.
• Embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes.
• Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in patient experience, safe patient care and professionalism.
• Develops skills to contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
• Performs other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level