Overview
UnityPoint at Hospice Cedar Rapids
Hospice Registered Nurse Residency Program
8am-5pm Monday through Friday
Nurse Residency for New Graduate RN's (New graduate or 12 months or less experience)
We offer RN Nurse Residency Program for Hospice in Cedar Rapids.
UnityPoint at Home is seeking RN students graduating in August 2023 and December 2023 to join our next cohorts starting in October 2023 and February 2024. Apply now and send your resume to our Recruiter, Liz at Elizabeth.Wilkinson@unitypoint.org.
The RN Resident will learn how to plan, organize and direct home hospice care services. Will initiate and implement care primarily in the patient's home environment or hospice inpatient unit setting. The Hospice RN fulfills the role of skilled communicator, educator, leader, and motivator. The Hospice RN ensures that high standards of patient care are met at all times.
Responsibilities
Program Highlights
- A 12-month program to smooth transition into practice.
- A series of thoughtfully developed classes that will enhance skills in critical thinking, assessment, leadership, and clinical decision making.
- Participation in this program is a part of the regular work assignment.
- Classroom instruction specific to the clinical area using a focused case study approach to learning.
- Clinical Experience under the guidance of an experienced Preceptor.
- Ongoing continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Dedicated nurse educators are available both during and following the program.
Nurse Resident Required Program Participation during the 12-month program:
- SIM Labs
- Monthly educational seminars
- Meeting touchpoints as scheduled
- Completion of Residency Project
- Completion of Residency Portfolio
Qualifications
- Graduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses.
- CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
- Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Strong computer skills.
- Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:
- BSN or BS in health-related field.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team: For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture: At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits: Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment: We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development: We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement: Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
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- Area of Interest: Nursing;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
- Department: SN Visits- Hosp- CR;
- Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm;
- Job ID: 135424;
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