Summary

Join the Team at Southwest General Health Center

Southwest General is home to nationally recognized physicians, state-of-the-art technology and a full range of medical, surgical and emergency services, including a Level III trauma center. Our services are designed to provide patients with care that addresses their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs.

One of the factors that continues to set us apart here at Southwest General Health Center is our team of medical professionals and support staff who truly care about our community and believe in the work we do. If this message and perspective resonates with you, consider joining our team here at Southwest General! Our career opportunities provide plenty of space to grow and thrive. We focus on ensuring that all of our team members have prospects for increased wellness, personal fulfillment, and growth on a professional level.

Nurses work on the front line of health care, dedicating their lives to promoting and improving health care for all. We believe it is imperative that we stay current with evolving technologies, research, and best practice models. This means that nurses at Southwest need to operate in an environment that supports their needs and promotes high standards.

Summary

POSITION INFORMATION

Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Full time and Half time (48 hours/bi-weekly) 

Positions are eligible for our benefits program

*Here are links to our career website where you can find out more about our onboarding process and benefits.

https://www.swgeneral.com/Careers/Onboarding.aspx              https://www.swgeneral.com/Careers/Total-Rewards.aspx 

 

Position summary:

A professional caregiver who plans, provides, and directs patient care and teaching, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with patient care standards and physician orders. He/she acts as a liaison between physicians, patient and family, and collaborates with other health care members. He/she assists in the orientation process of new personnel, and may participate in health center and department committees. The staff nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current licensure by Ohio State Board of Nursing
 

Required licensure, certification or registry:

Current license by the Ohio State Board of Nursing. CPR certification required. ACLS preferred.

Graduate Nurse Residency Program (GNRP)

Congratulations on your recent graduation from nursing school!  A wonderful world of opportunities are waiting for you as you enter the workforce and begin to put to use the information and skills you have mastered through your studies.

Southwest General is excited to help new nurse RNs through the transition from student to employed caregiver through its Graduate Nurse Residency Program (GNRP). Having a structured environment in which to launch your career will only support, enhance and reinforce your new professional experience!

What is the GNRP? The GNRP is a free, 12-month program based on a rolling calendar. All new graduate RNs will sharpen their caregiving practices through the support of a preceptor/mentor, cognitive exercises and skill labs. This experience is designed to bridge the gap between academia and the workplace by providing a structured environment to develop knowledge of internal processes, skill, professionalism and to increase critical thinking. The program will help to reduce transition stress and increase job satisfaction.

Who is eligible for the nurse residency program? All new graduate registered nurses (one year or less work experience) who become employees of Southwest General will automatically be enrolled in the GNRP.

What are the benefits of the program?

Smooth transition to practice Clinical support Individualized attention to accommodate all levels of expertise Timely feedback Develop critical thinking skills Small-group, shared learning environment Opportunity for professional development Build stress management skills Quarterly continuing education

 

Do I need to apply specifically for the GNRP before applying for a job at Southwest? No. Simply apply for an RN position. Those who are hired and meet eligibility criteria for the GNRP will automatically be enrolled during Clinical Orientation.

 

 

 

   

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