New Grad RN - Cardiac Care Unit

Job Description:The Nursing Graduate works under direct line-of-sight supervision of the Registered Nurse in the clinical setting and participates appropriately in the patient care delivery process. The incumbent also orients to the RN assignment, excluding independent nursing care. This position may participate in medication administration under the direction and supervision of the licensed RN.The Nursing Graduate job can be utilized for up to 12 weeks while employees are in the Intermountain Nurse Residency program and they are working toward preparing, testing, and passing the State Boards examination (obtaining an RN license). After that 12 week period, or if the Nursing Graduate fails the State Board exam a second time, the employee can no longer remain in the Nurse Graduate job. These employees can apply for any open jobs they qualify for, including jobs requiring a certification the employee currently holds (i.e. CNA, etc.). Failure to either pass boards or to be hired into another job will result in termination.Registered Nurse graduates must be enrolled and have started coursework in the Intermountain Nurse Residency program before providing direct patient care (including direct patient care supervised by a licensed RN). If the hire date of the Nurse Grad does not align with the start date of the Nurse Residency program, then any nursing unit orientation performed prior to starting the Nurse Residency cannot include direct patient care. Employee may complete CBTs or other indirect learning, but may not perform patient care until they have attended the first Nurse Residency class.Hours : Full Time - 36 hours/weekDepartment : Cardiac Care Unit - Primary Children's HospitalBenefits : Click here (http://https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/) for further details.Minimum QualificationsSuccessful completion of a recognized and accredited Nursing/RN education program (education will be verified).

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for healthcare providers.

Effective interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred QualificationsCapstone in the Cardiac Care Unit, or related pediatric nursing unit.

CNA experience in a pediatric unit.

Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.and -

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.and -

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.and -

Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.and -

Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).and -

May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:Primary Childrens HospitalWork City:Salt Lake CityWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:36Equal Opportunity EmployerIntermountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.All positions subject to close without notice. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!