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their preceptors
as they gain skill and knowledge caring for patients. New nurses
receive a comprehensive, one-on-one orientation. In addition, there
are many opportunities for new learning experiences, both on and
off the unit. You will work directly with a clinical nurse specialist
and other experienced nurses as you develop your practice. Experienced
staff have the opportunity to influence practice and share their
knowledge by joining hospital wide collaborative governance committees.
Weekly staff meetings ensure that staff is abreast
of current issues, and provide an opportunity for dialogue with
colleagues. Unit based quality initiatives include fall prevention
and hand hygiene.
PATIENT CARE DELIVERY MODEL
The patient care delivery model is a patient-focused
model, supported by primary nursing. Patient-focused care is high
quality, comprehensive, accessible, supportive and personalized
care.
TEAM MEMBERS
The RN staff is supported by patient care
associates and nursing students. A main practice theme on our unit
is teamwork and collaboration. Nurses enjoy collegial relationships,
and as members of a multidisciplinary team, participate in daily
rounds, and collaborate with physicians and other health care professionals
in managing patient care. To inquire about positions available on
this unit, contact Christina Stratakias at CStratakias@partners.org.
SCHEDULING PRACTICES
Staff schedules are driven by patient need.
The scheduling process is staff driven and flexible to accomodate
personal and educational needs. Once the schedule is posted the
staff manage changes.
STAFF ORIENTATION
All staff attend 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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