" The New Graduate Registered Nurse has the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge and skill in the practice of nursing under the direct supervision of registered nurse preceptor. The New Graduate Registered Nurse performs direct and indirect patient care functions. These activities prepare the New Graduate Registered Nurse as they transition from student nurse to health care team member. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation. The New Graduate Registered Nurse will be automatically enrolled in the New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, and participation in and successful completion of the program is required. This one-year program facilitates the nurse's transition to independent practice and provides additional support through monthly seminars and formalized mentorship.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required upon hire or transfer.

AHA ACLS

required within 6 months of hire or transfer.

EXPERIENCE

Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with other team members; ability to be flexible, set priorities, solve problems and use proper judgment is difficult situations. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to the hazard and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances and potential injury. Reaching, stooping, kneeling and crouching approximately 25%of a workday; visual and physical ability required to work at a computer terminal; standing and walking approximately 50% of a workday; lifting approximately 50 -- 100 pounds frequently, with assistance occasionally; physical abilities required to push, pull or transport equipment and patients. Essential functions of this position are listed on the department specific Assessment and Evaluation tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to Nursing unit leadership. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Benefit Offerings AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)/403(b), Life Insurance, Disability and other supplemental benefit programs. "