Graduate Nurse-FULLER- Full Time

SolutionHealth • Manchester, NH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Nurse works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to deliver care to patients and families with needs ranging from basic to complex, using the nursing process. The role creates a therapeutic, caring environment and practices consistently with Elliot Hospital’s Interprofessional Practice model, the ANA’s Social Policy Statement, Scope and Standards of Practice, the Nursing Code of Ethics, and relevant specialty standards.

The position is based on the Fuller unit, a 55–60-bed post-surgical and trauma unit with an average patient census of 34–38. The unit cares for adults receiving post-surgical care, including total knee and hip replacements, as well as patients needing telemetry, stroke, and general medical care. Graduate Nurse status applies to individuals with temporary licensure practicing under Registered Nurse supervision, from hire until a permanent license is issued by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required, with active enrollment in a BSN program and a signed BSN commitment form.
• Hold temporary licensure to practice under the supervision of a Registered Nurse until a permanent license is issued by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
• Obtain BCLS qualification during the orientation period and maintain it during employment.
• Advance basic computer skills as the health system adds systems or upgrades existing systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Pursue professional certification upon eligibility or within three years of entering specialty practice.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and promote change to support optimal patient outcomes and an effective professional practice environment.
• Involve patients and families in goal setting and care planning, communicate the plan for their input, and share it with colleagues to support seamless care across shifts and settings.
• Use current evidence and relevant national and specialty standards to guide practice and performance, and identify areas for improvement.
• Demonstrate competent clinical practice using clinical decision-making and critical-thinking skills.
• Create a therapeutic and caring environment for patients and families.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting the first of the month following the start date.
• Accrued Earned Time.
• 403(b) with matching, fully vested, and discretionary annual core contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 per year for full-time-coded employees working over 30 hours per week.
• Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program up to $20,000.
• Nursing sign-on bonuses up to $10,000.
• New nursing pay rates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree