Registered Nurse Residency - Home Health
About the Role
UnityPoint at Home is seeking new graduate Registered Nurses for a 12-month Nurse Residency Program designed to support the transition from student nurse to competent professional. This program provides individualized preceptor experience, dedicated nurse educators, and structured clinical training in home health nursing.
As a Nurse Resident, you will make visits to patients' homes, perform initial and comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, and ensure quality and safe delivery of services according to established protocols. You will work one-on-one with patients in their home environments, building long-term relationships and utilizing a variety of clinical skills. Your experience and autonomy will increase progressively throughout the program.
Program Details
The 12-month program includes:
- SIM labs
- Monthly educational seminars
- Classroom instruction using focused case study approaches
- Clinical experience under experienced preceptor guidance
- Completion of a residency project and portfolio
Upon completion, you will receive 36 hours of continuing education credit through the Iowa Board of Nursing. Participation in program activities is part of your regular work assignment. Dedicated nurse educators are available during and following the program to support your professional development.