February 2025 Nurse Residency Program

Overview February 2025 Cohort Sign-On $10,000 for Med/Surg/Telemetry $5,000 for ED, ICU, & OR CHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: Loan Forgiveness Program for Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Relocation On-site childcare (Glenwood campus) with extended hours On-site gym (Glenwood campus) with a variety of group classes Board Certification Allowance Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Program Responsibilities Our comprehensive, 12-month program provides recent graduates of nursing schools with a consistent and thorough orientation experience designed to successfully transition them into professional practice. During the orientation phase of the program, residents: Gain access to key systems Complete orientation checklists Participate in simulations Complete patient care with an experienced preceptor Further develop critical thinking skills and increase their confidence in providing safe patient care Education and training are unique to the clinical track. Qualifications Required Education and Experience  Completion of a diploma nursing program or Associated of Applied Science in Nursing (ASN)   Required Licensure and Certifications Active RN license required in 30 days from hire or transfer into the RN Residency Program.   Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 14 days from start date and prior to direct patient care  ACLS and PALS class as determined by departmental requirements.  Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training Completion of an accredited school of nursing program as well as the ability to complete annual nursing skills and competency course.

Created: 2024-11-05