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Are you interested in a Nurse Residency at one of the top orthopedic
hospitals in the country? Florida Hospital treats more than 5,000 orthopedic
patients annually and is one of the top 10 hospitals in the country for
total joint replacements performed each year. In addition to total joint
replacements, you'll work with pre and post-operative Orthopedic patients who receive
spine procedures, hand or upper extremity surgery, limb reimplantations
and microsurgery, and sports injury treatments.
Orthopedic Nurse Residents learn about the variety of equipment and other modalities
that we use to increase patient comfort, improve mobility, and prevent
complications. Because we participate in a number of national and international
clinical research studies, you'll also learn about new advanced Orthopedic therapies
and treatment options in our unique interdisciplinary environment. Finally,
the dedicated clinical nurse specialist and education specialist will
support your developmental growth and individualized education.
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At Florida Hospital, our commitment to excellence is matched only
by our commitment to making a difference in the lives of patients
and associates. Because our nursing staff plays an integral role
in the quality of patient care, we offer a comprehensive benefits
package to enhance our nurses' quality of life.
In addition to a competitive salary, our nurse graduates are eligible
for an array of benefits, including:
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Graduating from an accredited nursing school? Searching for a confidence-building
mentoring experience? We offer the ideal program for you. Our year-long
paid nurse residency is an ideal professional development option
for recent nursing school graduates who want to specialize in:
You'll advance through three distinct phases that will expand your
skills and increase your independence. As a resident, you'll:
- Enjoy two to four months of precepted training that includes
classroom learning and clinical orientation with a preceptor (Phase
I)
- Benefit from one to three months of a full clinical assignment
under the guidance of a resource nurse who will be your personal
mentor (Phase II)
- Attain additional experience and knowledge through a five to
six month clinical assignment, as well as five additional classroom
days for your specialty (Phase III)
By the end of your program, you'll demonstrate advanced-beginner
clinical competence in the areas of:
- Patient care/delegation
- Documentation
- Nursing process
- Interpersonal communication
- Pathophysiology
- Professional accountability
Programs begin during the following months:
Medical Surgical Nurse Residencies:
January, March, June, July, August and October
Critical Care and Emergency Care Nurse Residencies:
February, July and October
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