Application Deadline Extended to April 30, 2012

 

To smooth your transition into starting your nursing career, HealthCall offers a new graduate nursing program to get you on the right path.

The New Graduate Program in Pediatric and Community Nursing is a formal education and training program for recent graduates of BSN/RN, RN, and LPN nursing programs who have not previously worked as a licensed registered nurse or licensed practical nurse or who have less than 12 months professional experience in those roles. The purpose of the program is to facilitate successful transition into the role of RN/LPN and to foster assimilation in the private duty nursing/home healthcare setting in order to optimize quality patient care and retention of high performing professionals.

Program Format

The program consists of classroom educational presentations, initial follow-up competency validation and development plans, clinical rotation under the supervision of a qualified preceptor, and ongoing meetings with the clinical educator, preceptor and others to assure progression and advancement on the continuum from novice to competent performance. Our program is facilitated by nurse experts with special emphasis on: clinical skills, critical thinking skills, leadership abilities, communication skills, patient safety, and professional career development.

Goals

• Prepare the new graduate to provide quality patient care
• Develop clinical competence
• Reduce anxiety associated with being a novice in the nursing profession
• Facilitate assimilation to private duty nursing/home healthcare environment through support systems

Objectives

At the completion of the program, the participants will be able to:

• Successfully handle a patient assignment
• Demonstrate a complete physical and psychosocial assessment on a patient
• Take appropriate problem-solving actions when confronted with a clinical or administrative dilemma
• Work cooperatively and effectively with physicians, family members and other members of the home healthcare team.

Program Dates

HealthCall’s New Graduate RN/LPN Program accepts two incoming classes per year. The 2012 Summer Program will begin in June 2012. Applications for the Summer Program are due by April 30, 2012. There is no cost to participants in the Program, and participants will be compensated during the Program.

Application Requirements and Process

For consideration, all four application components must be received by the Human Resources Department by the application deadline of March 30, 2012. It is required for the cover letter, resume, and transcript(s)/diploma to be submitted together.

The application requirements include:

1. Online Job Application: Please submit an online application through our website. If you prefer a hard-copy application, please send your request to HC-HR@healthcallhomecare.com. The email subject line should indicate the applicant’s name and the phrase “New Graduate RN/LPN Program”.  All applicants are subject to thorough background and security checks.
2. Cover Letter and Resume: Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume along with the transcript(s)/diploma, and any other application materials (except the Letter of Recommendation from a Clinical Instructor, described below) to Attention: Human Resources, New Graduate RN/LPN Program, HealthCall, 20755 Greenfield Rd., Suite 1000P, Southfield, MI 48075. The cover letter should address the following questions, inter alia: (i) What appeals to you about pediatric nursing and/or community nursing? and (ii) How does your philosophy of nursing align with HealthCall’s mission?
3. Unofficial Transcript(s) and Diploma: Please submit a copy of your unofficial transcript(s) and diploma for highest degree earned by mail along with your cover letter, resume, and any other application materials as directed in Number 2, above.
4. Letter of Recommendation from a Clinical Instructor: Please have a recent clinical instructor provide a letter of recommendation that speaks to (i) the applicant’s clinical skills (including clinical practice/judgment, organization of work, and technical skills); (ii) attitudes toward work (including initiative, flexibility, teamwork, and integrity), and (iii) personal qualities (including professionalism, attendance, and communication skills). The letter must be delivered directly from the instructor to HealthCall. The letter may be delivered to: Attention: Human Resources, New Graduate RN/LPN Program, HealthCall, 20755 Greenfield Rd., Suite 1000P, Southfield, MI 48075

 

Applicant Eligibility

Individuals may apply following graduation from an accredited nursing school and prior to obtaining licensure, but they will not be permitted to participate in the Program until State of Michigan licensure is obtained. Applicants must also meet the following minimum requirements:

• Less than one year experience as a licensed RN or LPN, as applicable
• Valid driver’s license
• Current CPR certification
• Copy of updated TB results/chest x-ray
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable transportation.

Reminders & Tips

• Please put your name on each page of your cover letter, resume, and any other materials mailed to Human Resources.
• Due to the number of applications, Human Resources is unable to confirm receipt of your application.

Interviewing Process

Following the application deadline, applications will be reviewed. Human Resources will contact selected applicants by email or phone to schedule an interview. The tentative dates for applicants to be contacted for interviews will be March 1, 2012 – April 30, 2012.

Offers

Offers are contingent and are not considered official until the following items are received:

• Current American Heart Association BLS card
• Passing a Criminal Background and Reference check
• Successful completion of the NCLEX exam or NCLEX PN exam, as applicable
• Michigan licensure

Applicants are encouraged to apply for Michigan licensure when they apply to take the NCLEX.