RN Elmhurst Residency Program

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Job DescriptionElmhurst Hospital RN Residency ProgramStarting February 2024Elmhurst Hospital is proud to offer its semi-annual Nurse Residency Program, a hallmark Practice Transition Program accredited with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center Commission. As an ANCC Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP), Elmhurst’s Nurse Residency Program sets the global standard, demonstrating excellence in transitioning graduate nurses to new practice settings. Accreditation with distinction is the highest level of accreditation by the ANCC.Accredited workplace settings at Elmhurst Hospital include: Progressive Critical Care, Med/Surg: Ortho Neuro Spine; Surgical Oncology, Cardiovascular, Family Birthing: Labor/Delivery & Mother/Baby. The Residency Program is trialing expansion into new procedural areas such as Operating Room, Endoscopy, Prep Recovery, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit.Summary: The Nurse Resident is a new graduate registered nurse who is in the Nurse Residency Program. The New Graduate Residency Program supports the graduate nurse to make a successful transition to competent practice by providing a safe, nurturing, learning environment during the first year of practice. Focused curriculum concepts include disease-specific care, evidence-based practice, communication and teamwork, person-centered care and quality improvement. Critical thinking, professional accountability and responsibility are threaded throughout the curriculum. All nurse residents are paired with a small group facilitator who is a former resident to foster vulnerability, self-reflection, and growth in professional development.What You Will Do Participates in clinical orientation with a rotation through multiple clinical settings: Medical, Surgical, Oncology, Pulmonary and Cardiovascular services which provides experiential learning at the bedside, supervised acquisition of skills, training and practice in the use of clinical equipment, documentation and other information systems. Actively participates in classroom activities with peers including didactic lecture, group discussion, and reflective learning exercises. Recognizes and acts upon changes in patient condition, exercise critical thinking and effectively intervene to move through the “task-based” phase of transitioning into nursing practice towards anticipation of needs. Consults with patient, families and ancillary team members on ethical issues including end of life, palliative care, and hospice transitions. Demonstrates effective use of communication and conflict management strategies for safe and timely patient care. Completes all the nurse resident competencies related to disease management, nursing sensitive quality care, person-centered care, and patient safety during clinical orientation rotation. Reviews and participates in evidenced based practice or quality improvement projects in their home units.Location: Elmhurst Hospital 155 E. Brush Hill Road Elmhurst, IllinoisFull Time: Hours Days/Nights Rotating weekends/holidaysWhat You Will Need Required Education, Skills and/or Experience:Baccalaureate Degree or higher in NursingOn rare occasions an internal candidate with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing may be considered. The RN must obtain a Baccalaureate Degree or higher in Nursing within five years of date of transfer to RN position. Only candidates strongly recommended by their Director, approved by the Chief Nursing Officer and who have been evaluated as a top performer will be considered for this position.External candidates with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing may be considered after approval by the Chief Nursing Officer. The RN must obtain a Baccalaureate Degree or higher in Nursing within five years of the start date into RN position. Required Certification and/or License:Current CPR issued by the American Heart Association or American Red CrossCurrent State of Illinois Registered Nurse licenseIf State of Illinois Registered Nurse license is not obtained before hire, candidate can obtain employment as a license-pending registered nurse and practice under the direction of a registered professional nurse until license to practice is received or until license is denied if the following criteria is met.Official written notification of passing NCLEX and Illinois RN license application, including payment of required fees upon position start date. State of Illinois RN license must be obtained within 90 days from the official date of passing the licensure exam as inscribed on the formal written notification.The 3-month license pending period may be extended if more time is needed by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to process the licensure application. If the State of Illinois RN license is not obtained within 90 days of the position’s start date, employee will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.BenefitsCareer Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree Parking at designated locationsWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement Opportunities

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