Job Description​

Our Nurse Residency Program is based on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s Transition to Practice model and all new graduate BSNs and ADNs hired at Saint Luke’s Health System participate in this program.  Participating in the Nurse Residency Program allows you to build clinical competency and professional practice behaviors throughout your first year as an RN. 

We are here to support our New Graduate Nurses so as part of this 12-month program, you will be paired with experienced nurses and clinical educators. Your preceptor will work closely with you during the orientation period to help you adjust to your unit. Mentors and facilitators will assist you in your professional development and help you become more involved with Saint Luke’s Health System and its nursing shared governance.

This program is adaptable and is continuously optimized to meet the demands of patient care. Our leadership is heavily involved with the program giving you exposure to leadership who is committed to your success. Our residency program will provide you with a supportive community of peers, leadership, and mentors to allow you to begin your transition to becoming the best nurse you can be. 

In this position you will be accountable for utilizing the nursing process. You will be responsible for performing patient care, delegating patient care tasks and for supervision of other patient care staff. You will have the opportunity to be responsible for coordinating the plan of care for a group of assigned patients and consulting with other members of the health care team when indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This clinical nurse demonstrates proficiency and abides by policies rules guidelines and procedures. 

This position will allow you to: 

·         Transition from entry-level nurse to a competent professional. 

·         Develop effective decision-making skills. 

·         Develop strategies to incorporate sources of evidence-based practice and process improvement and present to peers. 

·         Develop clinical leadership skills at the point of patient care. 

·         Formulate an individual career plan to promote a lifelong commitment to professional nursing. 

·         Participate is strength and personal career goal focused career development opportunities 

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We are looking for nurse graduates who are eager to learn and are excited to start their career in nursing. To be successful, you will need to be a team player who is not afraid to ask questions. We are looking for career driven professionals that empower positivity and patient centered care. 

Thank you for your interest in the Saint Luke’s Health System RN Residency Position.  

This posting is for Nursing Students graduating Spring/Summer 2021 who are interested in opportunities at any of the following Kansas City area hospitals: 

·         Saint Luke's Hospital - Kansas City, MO 

·         Saint Luke's East Hospital - Lee's Summit, MO 

·         Saint Luke's North Hospital - Kansas City, MO 

·         Saint Luke's South Hospital - Overland Park, KS 

·         Anderson County – Garnett, KS 

·         Hedrick Medical Center – Chillicothe, MO 

·         Wright Memorial – Trenton, MO 

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**Please include a cover letter stating the hospital and specialties that you are interested in. 

After you complete the application, our Talent Acquisition Team will follow-up with you on the rest of the recruitment process and timeline.

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"The best place to get care. The best place to give care." That is the Saint Luke's vision and, whether in a hospital, clinic, practice, or office, our more than 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Saint Luke's employees are proud of our rich history and heritage, and that we remain the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who always strive for excellence in patient care. Take this opportunity to do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive work space where all voices matter.

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