The primary goal of central Department of Nursing Orientation (DON) is to provide a broad overview including, the department mission, vision and values; organizational structure; professional practice model; resources; and a review of key policies and procedures. The orientation program introduces role responsibilities based on departmental standards of practice, support role socialization and integration into the MGH culture and environment.

Registered nurses attend an additonal three days of orientation, which includes a review of essential polices, procedures, and equipment review; a medication assessment; and basic arrhythmia interpretation.

Support personnel (patient care associates, operations associates, and unit service associates) receive additional job-related training. The central program lays the foundation for staff to report to their work areas to begin unit-specific orientation. All new employees are assigned a unit-based preceptor or coach to assist them in completing their orientation.

Department of Nursing Orientation Schedule