New Grad Rn Residency Program Jobs in Orange, NJ

JOB PURPOSE:

The Nurse Residency Program (RN) is a structured transition-to-practice program designed to support newly licensed Registered Nurses as they develop the clinical competence, confidence, and professional judgment necessary to deliver high-quality care within the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) care model.

Through a combination of hands-on clinical experience, mentorship, classroom and field training, and interdisciplinary collaboration, Nurse Residents will gain exposure to home-based care, geriatric medicine, chronic disease management, and coordinated care delivery.

Under the guidance of experienced nursing leaders and clinical preceptors, Nurse Residents will progressively develop the skills required to provide compassionate, patient-centered care to frail and elderly participants in both home and clinical settings.

Upon successful completion of the residency program, participants may transition into a Regional Nurse or other clinical nursing roles within the organization based on performance and organizational needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Training & Patient Care

• Participate in a structured Nurse Residency Program designed to transition newly licensed nurses into professional nursing practice within a community-based healthcare environment.

• Deliver nursing care to participants in accordance with individualized care plans, physician orders, and evidence-based nursing practice standards

• Conduct supervised home visits to support clinical services including:

  • Wound care management and dressing changes

  • Medication administration and reconciliation

  • Participant education and caregiver support

  • Observe, assess, and document participant health conditions and report changes to the interdisciplinary care team and supervising nurse.

  • Support disease management and health promotion for participants with chronic conditions.

Clinical Learning & Professional Development

• Participate in clinical training modules focused on geriatric care, chronic disease management, medication safety, infection control, and community-based care delivery.

• Receive ongoing mentorship and clinical guidance from experienced nurses and clinical leadership.

• Participate in case reviews, clinical discussions, and interdisciplinary team meetings.

• Develop competency in clinical documentation and use of electronic health record systems.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members.

• Support care coordination efforts to ensure participants receive comprehensive, high-quality care.

• Participate in care planning discussions and team-based decision making.

• Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the organization's electronic health record system.

• Adhere to all clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and infection control standards.

• Meet the competency standards established by the PACE organization prior to independent practice.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

• Structured clinical orientation and training curriculum

• Supervised clinical practice with experienced nurse preceptors

• Participation in interdisciplinary team meetings

• Ongoing clinical education sessions and skills development

• Progressive responsibility as clinical competencies are achieved

• Program length and structure may vary based on organizational needs and clinical competency progression.

Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Weekly Hours: 40

Service areas may include:

• The Bronx

• Westchester

• Manhattan

• Queens

• Brooklyn

• Long Island

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program required.

Candidates expected to graduate from a CCNE/NLN-accredited nursing program prior to program start date are encouraged to apply.

Experience:

• New graduate Registered Nurses or nurses with limited clinical experience are welcome.

• Previous clinical rotations or internships in geriatric, community health, home care, or long-term care settings preferred.

• Demonstrated interest in working with frail or elderly populations.

Licensure:

Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State or eligibility for licensure required. Candidates who have graduated from an accredited nursing program but have not yet obtained RN licensure must apply for and obtain a New York State Limited Permit and practice under the supervision of a licensed RN in accordance with New York State Education Department regulations.

Nurse Residents must obtain an active, unrestricted New York State RN license by successfully passing the NCLEX-RN within three (3) months of hire as a condition of continued participation in the program.

Nurse Residents who have not yet obtained RN licensure may perform nursing duties only under the direct supervision of a licensed RN in accordance with NYSED requirements.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel to participant homes and clinical sites within the designated service areas.

• Proficiency with computers and electronic health record systems.

• Must be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all required immunizations prior to direct participant contact.

• Must meet all regulatory requirements applicable to the PACE program.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

• Strong organizational and time management abilities

• Demonstrated compassion and commitment to patient-centered care

• Willingness to learn and develop clinical expertise

Physical Requirements

Individuals must be able to sustain certain physical requirements essential to the job. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Standing - Duration of up to 6 hours a day.

• Sitting/Stationary Positions - Sedentary position in duration of up to 6-8 hours a day for consecutive hours/periods.

• Lifting/Push/Pull-Up to 50 pounds of equipment, baggage, supplies, and the ability to lift patients safely and using OSHA guidelines, etc.

• Bending/Squatting - Must be able to safely bend or squat to care for patients, use medical supplies, etc.

• Stairs/Steps/Walking/Climbing - Must be able to safely maneuver stairs, climb up/down, and walk to access work areas. The position requires the individual to be able to travel and walk between sites/locations and work areas throughout the day.

• Agility/Fine Motor Skills - Must demonstrate agility and fine motor skills to operate and activate equipment, devices, instruments, and tools (ie. typing, use of medical supplies, equipment, etc.)

• Sight/Visual Requirements - Must be able to visually assess patients, read orders, type/write documentation, etc., with accuracy.

• Audio Hearing and Motor Skills (Language) Requirements-The candidate Must be able to listen attentively, document information from patients, community members, providers, etc., and accurately process intake information through audio processing. In addition, the candidate must be able to speak comfortably and clearly with language and motor skills so that customers can understand the individual.

• Cognitive Ability - Must be able to demonstrate good decision-making, reasonableness, cognitive ability, rational processing, and analysis to satisfy essential functions of the job.

Disclaimer:Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

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