New Graduate Nurse Residency Program
The residency program is 6 months long, offered in the Spring and Fall, and provides opportunities in various nursing specialties.
Residents complete the 6 month program with a cohort of peers.
The comprehensive residency program encompasses:
Six weeks of in-classroom intensive clinical development each week:
- Patient-Centered Care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Clinical Practice
- Quality Improvement and Safety
- Informatics and Technology
- Management of Patient Care Delivery
4, 5, & 6 month Professional Development Seminars:
- Professional Development
- Values and Ethics
- Wellness
- Completion of an evidence-based project
Unit Level Orientation
- Orientation time on the specialty unit of hire with dedicated preceptors
- Precepted time on the unit continues past the first 6 weeks with the duration depending on the specialty unit of hire
The education team individualizes the curriculum to ensure the cohort and the individual resident is supported.
Throughout the 6 month program the education team will partner with your Nursing Leaders and preceptor to support you in your successful transition into your new role.
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