Grad Nurse Residency Program, Med Surg, February 2025 Cohort

Bristol Health - Bristol, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Bristol, CT

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Graduate Nurse Residency Program at Bristol Health is designed for newly graduated nurses to transition into professional practice. This full-time program offers a supportive environment with a focus on patient-centered care, professional growth, and leadership development. Participants will receive hands-on training with a dedicated preceptor, attend monthly seminars, and engage in shared governance committees, all aimed at enhancing nursing practices and patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Learn and practice the delivery of coordinated nursing care for an assigned group of patients.
• Conduct nursing assessments, planning, implementation, evaluation, and transition of care.
• Carry out routine nursing care tasks using professional judgment and behavior.
• Supervise tasks of unlicensed personnel and coordinate patient care.
• Learn telemetry to care for specific patient populations.
• Participate in shared governance committees to support nursing structure.
• Collaborate with other nurses to uncover best practices and research to enhance nursing practices.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) License required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred, but Associates Degree accepted with enrollment in BSN program within 6 months after hire.

Benefits

• Up to $5K sign-on bonus for full-time positions.
• Support for professional growth and leadership in nursing.
• Monthly seminars for 12 months to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.