Lakewood

　　Department: Skilled Nursing or Swing Unit

　　Position is located: Lakewood Cont Care Center

　　Work Type: Full Time

　　Hours Per Week: 36.00

　　Work Schedule: No Hours Assigned

　　Summary:

　　It is the policy of the organization that new graduates of registered nurse programs may be considered for hire prior to their initial licensure. Technically, these individuals are unlicensed assistive personnel since they are not eligible to be classified as registered professional nurse (RN) applicants. However, to differentiate them from certified nursing assistants and other unlicensed assistive personnel, these individuals may be referred to as new graduates These new graduates may not refer to themselves as RN's and may not practice as RN's. However, the orientation of Nursing School New Graduates prior to licensure is an important component of the preparation for the role of a licensed nurse and an important aspect of a new nurse's career. For purposes of orientation prior to licensure the graduate nurse must be in a structured setting with a defined educational program for the orientation of the new graduate.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Establishes and maintains a professional relationship with residents, visitors, facility staff, physicians, and the community while assuring confidentiality of resident information.

　　Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the Nursing Department and utilization of the nursing process in the delivery of quality resident care.

　　Assesses personal learning and professional growth needs and seeks educational opportunities to meet those needs.

　　Willingly and actively participates in assigned facility committees.

　　Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of nursing practice.

　　Other Information:

　　BLS Required.

　　Competencies and Skills

　　Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.

　　Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.

　　Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.

　　Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

　　Education

　　Required Associate's DegreeWorking Conditions

　　Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.

　　Potential exposure to diseases or infections.

　　Potential exposure to hazardous materials.

　　Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds.

　　Prolonged periods of sitting.

　　Prolonged periods of standing.

　　Prolonged periods of walking.

　　Position Nursing School New GraduateLocation Northern Light Continuing Care Center, Lakewood | Nursing- New Graduates | Full TimeReq ID null