Registered Nurse New Graduate Orthopedics Unit

Intermountain Health

19h • $32 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Graduate works under the direct line-of-sight supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) in a clinical setting, participating in the patient care delivery process and orienting to RN assignments, excluding independent nursing care. This position may involve medication administration under the direction and supervision of a licensed RN. The Nursing Graduate role is for up to 12 weeks while employees are in the Intermountain Nurse Residency program, preparing for and passing the State Boards examination to obtain an RN license. If the Nursing Graduate fails the State Board exam a second time or exceeds the 12-week period, they can no longer remain in this role and must apply for other qualified open jobs or face termination. Registered Nurse graduates must be enrolled in and have started coursework for the Intermountain Nurse Residency program before providing direct patient care, even under supervision.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a recognized and accredited Nursing (RN) education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Patient Care
• Patient Care Delivery
• Nursing Process
• Care Planning
• Nursing Interventions
• Interpersonal Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Achieve Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in a timely manner per Intermountain Health standards and expectations and complete the Nursing Residency program.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of the steps in the nursing process and how the patient plan of care is developed, implemented, and revised to meet the needs of the patient (under direct supervision of an RN).
• Collects patient data (e.g., vital signs) under the direct supervision of the RN and reports significant changes in patient condition.
• Completes accurate documentation under the direct supervision of the RN.
• Observes and discusses with the RN the prioritization of patient needs among all patients assigned to their care during any one shift.
• Observes the development and modification of the interdisciplinary plan of care used to care for individual patients (under the direct supervision of the RN).
• Observes the implementation of the patient plan of care, giving consideration to specialized needs of patients such as their physical, emotional, and social needs, age, ethnic origin, and other factors (under the direct supervision of the RN).
• Reports patient responses to treatments and collaborates with the RN regarding changes requiring modification of nursing interventions to meet patient needs.
• Participates in patient/family education needs, under the supervision of the RN, as determined by initial and ongoing assessments, patient diagnosis, level of learning readiness, and patient/family/SO requests using other disciplines as appropriate.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for patient care delivery within their defined role (under the direct supervision of the RN), and routinely observes and discusses all aspects of care with the RN regarding patient care delivery.
• Recognizes and demonstrates legal/ethical implications of care delivery by practicing as a Nursing Resident under the supervision of the RN, complying with regulatory standards, completing accurate documentation, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Achieves Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in a timely manner per Intermountain Health standards and expectations.
• Completes orientation and training requirements, including successful progression through and completion of the Nursing Residency program.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
• The PEAK program offers 100+ learning options, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.
• Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees