Registered Nurse/Clinical I, Emergency Department Unit (New Grad)

Job Summary:

As a Registered Nurse/Clinical I, Emergency Department Unit, you will ensure high-quality patient care.

Your responsibilities include:


* Patient Care Coordination: Provide comprehensive patient care and education to patients and families in a supportive and therapeutic environment.


* Communication: Maintain professional communication with colleagues, physicians, and healthcare team members, using the SBAR communication format.


* Confidentiality: Adhere to HIPAA and VPH policies, always maintaining strict confidentiality.


* Cross-training: Crosstrain to various areas within the hospital according to policy.


* Documentation: Utilize information technology to document care processes efficiently.


* Care Evaluation: Collaborate with physicians and mentors to evaluate and modify care plans based on patient needs.


* Infection Control: Follow Universal Precautions and VPH infection control standards.


* Medication Administration: Administer medications per hospital policy, reporting any errors promptly.


* Nursing Process: Collect and interpret patient data, formulate nursing diagnoses, and assess patient conditions.


* Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patient and family values, beliefs, and standards.


* Discharge Planning: Provide ongoing discharge education and plan effective discharges from admission.


* Patient Satisfaction: Ensure a caring and compassionate approach, keeping patients and families informed.


* Patient Throughput: Support hospital throughput initiatives for timely patient transfers and discharges.


* Quality Improvement: Participate in unit or hospital quality initiatives and projects.


* Professional Image: Exhibit professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication. 

What We're Looking For:

The Nurse Residency Program at Valley Presbyterian Hospital (VPH) is designed to support new graduates as they transition into professional nursing practice.

This 3–5-month program features a blend of computer-based learning modules via HealthStream®, in-person classroom sessions, and practical skills training in the Simulation Lab and at the bedside.

The program is tailored to meet the individual needs of each Nurse Resident, utilizing evidence-based content.

A dedicated Educator for Nursing Advancement guides and supports Nurse Residents throughout their first year.

Additionally, Nurse Residents are paired with a mentor through the Mentorship Program, providing ongoing support during the residency and beyond.

The program includes several weeks of RN preceptorship on designated units, with classroom sessions featuring interactive presentations by subject matter experts and hospital leaders.

VPH encourages growth and involvement within the organization through the Clinical Ladder Program, where Nurse Residents can join committees, including Unit Based Councils, to lead frontline change initiatives.

Becoming a Nurse Resident at VPH offe...