Job Summary: The Graduate Nurse (GN) is a Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and less than one year of clinical experience. The GN is accepted into the Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) RN Residency Program (RNRP) specifically designed to meet the needs of new graduates and inexperienced nurses as they transition into the role of a competent, successful nurse at LLUMC, a tertiary care facility with multiple specialty fields of nursing. The RN Residency Program provides a supportive and nurturing environment for enhanced professional development in nursing practice and refinement of applying the nursing process to everyday practice by utilizing specific tools and experiences guided by RN preceptors and mentors. The RNRP provides comprehensive education in age-specific and developmentally-appropriate quality patient care in a skills mix environment utilizing LLUMC's Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) linking professional nursing practice to quality outcomes. The GN develops effective decision-making skills and acquires and applies basic theoretical concepts to clinical practice and embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in patient experience, safe patient care and professionalism. Develops skills to contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. No experience required.

Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Exhibit professional behavior at all times. Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; teach, collaborate; accept direction; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple patient assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications: Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.