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TEAM MEMBERS
The RN staff is supported by patient care
associates. The support staff consists of operation associates and
unit service associates. To inquire about positions available on
this unit, please contact Elizabeth Behrmann at ebehrmann@partners.org.
SCHEDULING PRACTICES
Staff schedules are driven by patient need.
The scheduling process is staff driven and flexible to accommodate
personal and educational needs. Once the schedule is posted, the
staff manages changes.
STAFF ORIENTATION
All staff attends a one- week nursing orientation
program. Unit orientation is preceptor based, individualized and
determined by the Nursing Director, clinical nurse specialist and the
new employee. The length of orientation is also individually determined.
New nursing graduates participate in the New
Graduate Mentorship Program.
EDUCATIONAL AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Staff education and development is supported
by The Norman Knight Nursing Center for Clinical & Professional Development. Full and partial day programs
are offered. Staff may also access outside educational opportunities.
The teaching environment provides staff with a daily opportunity
to discuss patient care related educational issues with members
of the graduate medical education program and with other members
of the care-delivery team.
Clinical Nurse Specialists provide educational support to staff
on the nursing units. Staff has time allocated and the necessary
support to offer educational programs to other staff members. Nursing
Grand Rounds programs are offered on a regular basis.
Staff RNs have the opportunity to participate as a nurse preceptor
or a team leader. RNs may advance in their clinical practice and
demonstrate proficiency through the Clinical
Recognition Program
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