One year model for new graduates to support the transition from student to professional.

At the end of the 12 month period, the participant will be able to care for a caseload of home care patients independently.  The Nurse Resident will begin the year with a 1:1 bonded experience with a senior nurse. This dyad will continue to function as “one” until such time the Nurse Resident can assume responsibility for a lower, yet independent, caseload. At the end of the year, if all criteria are met, the Nurse resident will be offered a Full time RN position.

• Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers
• At the end of 12 months assesses and evaluates the needs of patients with multiple disease processes and co morbidities and develops an appropriate plan of care and involves necessary disciplines
• At the end of 12 months documents all changes in patient’s condition and updates care plans and outcomes
• At the end of 12 months identifies teaching needs and plans appropriate strategies for individuals and families
• At the end of 12 months monitors quality and appropriateness of services provided
• At the end of 12 months provides and follows case management model of care
• Adheres to agency infection control and safety policies

• RN with Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Car and valid driver’s license

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.