New Grad Nurse Residency Cardiac Telemetry

Description
_RAPIDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER IS NOW OFFERING UP TO A $20,000 SIGN-ON
BONUS AND UP TO $3,000 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE FOR TELEMETRY AND MED SURG
RESIDENCY POSITIONS!_
Introduction
_Do you want to join an organization that invests in you?_AtRapides
Regional Medical Center, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to
the growth and development of our future nurses!
The HCA Healthcare StaRN Residency Program is a year-long program designed
to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and
critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse you will be
surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses,
and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and
socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to
registered nurse.
Benefits
We offer a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and
retirement. Some available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits
_Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location._
Job Summary and Qualifications
The StaRN Residency Program at Rapides Regional Medical Center provides you
with the tools necessary to succeed in today’s hospital environment. This paid
program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting
through a formalized series of learning experiences, including:

• Advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
• Monthly educational sessions.
• Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
• Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands-on simulations.
• Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
• Working collaboratively on an evidence-based practice project.

Residency Start Dates: October 2024 – March 2025
The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care
in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and
consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and
specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the
care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and
compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform,
Teach, and Manage.” The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients,
families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.
What will you do in this role:

• Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
• Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
• Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment
• Other Certifications maybe required during employment
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
• No previous experience needed
• Some travel maybe needed for training

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria,
Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our
medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides
Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff
and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive
culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and
their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job
satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service
excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical
Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years,
HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of
charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
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“Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.”
– Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider
dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Rapides
Regional Medical Center family! We will provide you with the tools and
resources you need to succeed in our organization. If you are looking for an
opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we promptly review
all applications. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
_We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We
do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status._
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