New Grad - Registered Nurse Residency Program

New Grad - Registered Nurse Residency Program

About City of Hope ,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies.

With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Oversees and participates in the successful delivery of quality patient care to a specific group of patients. Performs all duties within the scope of licensure utilizing the nursing process. Acts as a patient advocate in all ethical and legal aspects.

• Assesses the needs of the patient through a holistic approach on an ongoing basis.

• Provides information to physicians and other health care professionals of any changes in patient condition. Adjusts treatment based on multidisciplinary plan of care.

• Plans, delivers, directs, coordinates and evaluates therapeutic interventions based on needs identified in the assessment process. Documents interventions provided. Supervises care delivery by unlicensed support staff.

• Provides patient/family education (in regards to disease process, side effects of treatment and health promotion) as well as support and reassurance, ensuring an informed decision is being made regarding the individuals therapeutic plan and documents according to department standard

• Ensures compliance with hospital policies and accrediting agencies. Participates in the development, review and updating of policies and procedures. Actively participates in the Performance Improvement plan of the unit.

• Obtains allergy information and takes care of the medication reconciliation with patient or family member, then communicates this to other providers. Verifies and notes physician orders. Provides safe delivery of prescribed medications and treatments, and evaluates the outcomes in a timely manner.

Program Overview:

• 0-1 Year of Experience

• Formal Program at Assigned Site to Continue for additional 16 Week Total

• Preceptor/Buddy Assigned and supportive mentoring for up to 12 mos

• Inpatient Oncology RN focus with Day or Night shift available

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

• Nurse Residency Program – 0-1 Year Experience

• Current GA State Registered Nurse License required

• BSN required

• Current BLS required

• Current ACLS required

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.