Description
The Nursing Graduate works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) in a clinical setting and participates in patient care delivery.
The role is part of the Intermountain Nurse Residency program, which supports new RN graduates in preparing for and passing the State Boards examination to become licensed RNs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Collecting patient data, such as vital signs, under RN supervision
- Reporting significant changes in patient condition
- Assisting with patient care delivery under RN supervision
- Participating in patient and family education
- Demonstrating responsibility and accountability for patient care delivery
- Achieving RN licensure in a timely manner
The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, on night shifts at Heber Valley Hospital.
The entry pay rate is $32.27.
Essential Functions
- Demonstrates understanding of the nursing process and patient plan of care development
- Collects patient data under RN supervision
- Observes and discusses patient needs prioritisation
- Observes implementation of patient care plans
- Reports patient responses to treatments
- Participates in patient and family education
- Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for patient care
- Recognises and demonstrates legal and ethical implications of care delivery
- Achieves RN licensure
Requirements
- Successful completion of a recognised Nursing (RN) education program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers
Physical Requirements
- Ongoing need to see, read, and assess patient needs
- Frequent interactions with patients, providers, and visitors
- Manual dexterity for manipulating equipment
- Lifting, transferring, and ambulating patients
- Walking and standing for extended periods
Benefits
- Benefits eligible
- Comprehensive benefits package