RN New Graduate Residency Program
About The Position
We are recruiting for a motivated RN New Graduate Residency Program to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department HR Administration We are recruiting for New Graduates Nurses to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. We understand the support needed for a new nurse to be successful. With this in mind, we offer a 12-month Nurse Residency Program that provides monthly education classes and hands-on clinical experiences, designed to ease the transition from student to practicing professional nurse. Our program builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in nursing education programs. Click here to learn more about our residency program, accredited with distinction from ANCC (the American Nurse Credentialing Center). To see what it’s like being a nurse at Denver Health, check out this video. Nursing Units (Select your preferences when you apply. A recruiter will route your application and a hiring manager will reach out for an interview.) The units currently hiring are in bold. This list is updated on Fridays. Critical Care Medical ICU (MICU) Surgical ICU (SICU) 3B Flex /Progressive Care Unit Acute Care Medical/Oncology (9A) Medical/Telemetry (8A) Medical/Cardiology (7A) Med/Surg/Tele (6A) Surgical Trauma Unit (4B) Ortho Trauma Unit (3B) Oasis (5W) Med/Surg/Tele-Correctional Care Unit ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders Women and Children's Labor and Delivery Mom/Baby Pediatrics/Pediatrics ICU (PICU) Neonatal ICU (NICU) Emergency Services Adult Emergency Department Pediatric Emergency Department Transfer Center Admission/Discharge Unit Clinical Decision Unit- Short Stay Observation Unit Rapid Response Team SANE Program - Forensic Nursing Surgical Services Preop/PACU Behavioral Health Adult Inpatient Psychiatry Adolescent Behavioral Health Psychiatric Emergency Services Float Pool
Requirements
- Knowledge of techniques, methods and competencies of clinical nursing practices.
- Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment.
- Knowledge of standards, policies, and procedures of Denver Health as they pertain to nursing.
- Skill to properly use medical instruments and laboratory equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
- Ability to assess patients’ needs and coordinate proper nursing care.
- Ability to use computers and computer systems.
- Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN); Bachelor’s degree (BSN) preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) from American Heart Association or Red Cross (Required)
- Registered Nurse (Required) - Must be licensed by employment start date; apply and interview up to 120 days before your NCLEX date.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills preferred.
Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, the professional nurse applies critical thinking, evidence-based policies, procedures, guidelines and competence to collaborate with the health care team to promote excellence in patient safety and quality outcomes.
- Adhere to, comply with, and demonstrates support for the mission and values of Denver Health as well as Standards of Professional Nursing Practice.
- Ensure confidentiality of patient information
- Demonstrate knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as demonstrate the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpret appropriate cultural information of the patient(s) to whom care/services are being delivered/provided.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 20 days of Paid Time Off
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- 401(a) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
- Adoption Assistant Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- RTD ECO Pass
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Work/Life Support: Financial, emotional and physical wellbeing resources.Text and video counseling support available.
- Resilience in Stressful Events (RISE) - RISE offers 24/7 peer support for Denver Health personnel.
- Work/Life Support: Contact our Navigator with WorkLife Partnership for help and to provide assistance with things like household budgeting, stress management support, utility assistance, free or low-cost meals for children, etc.
- Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
