Salary: $46.00 per hour

The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine where newly hired employees will be placed in the pay range include the employee specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most often, a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range. If you are viewing this posting on a job site, please visit our company page and search for the opportunity to view the pay range: https://careers-mycmh.icims.com/jobs

Pay for PRN positions is calculated differently than Full-Time, Regular Part-Time, and Part-Time positions. PRN Rates depend on the position and other factors, including years of experience, or shift commitment according to the department policy. PRN differential is added in certain positions.

Nurse Residency Program (Med Surg, Oncology, Telemetry)

Community Memorial Healthcare’s Nurse Residency Program is designed for the new-graduate Registered Nurse (RN) starting a career in the adult acute care environment. The goal is to help you build a solid foundation for your nursing career and refine your clinical judgement and leadership skills as you navigate the transition from student nurse to acute care professional nurse. Our comprehensive program consists of a series of structured learning and clinical experiences. The curriculum incorporates adult learning methodologies, simulation, and reflective practice. The interprofessional training opportunities and personalized assistance offered during this program will guide you for many years to come.

Participants in our program work in a direct care position in the acute care setting at Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura. This is a full-time benefited position; the program is a 12-month commitment, plus one additional year of work upon completion. The 16-week preceptorship portion of the program is divided into the four areas listed below and facilitated by content experts. Nurse Residents will have team training opportunities with Graduate Medical Education (GME), and work with ancillary departments to reinforce collaborative practice. The program continues with monthly seminars (Nursing Seminars/Grand Rounds) ending at graduation.

Nurse Residency Program Requirements

• Willingness to commit to the Nurse Residency Program plus one additional year upon completion
• Graduated from an ADN or BSN program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) by June 01, 2024
• Must not have had any paid RN work experience prior to the start of the program
• Must have American Heart Association BLS by the beginning of the program
• Must have a current California RN license by August 05, 2024 (candidates may apply before licensure)

Preceptorship Areas

Frontline Nurse Leader

• Communication and delegation
• Prioritization and time management
• Resource management
• Knowledge (technical skills)
• Management of responsibilities

Patient Outcomes

• Evidenced-based practices
• Pain management
• Patient safety
• Responding to emergencies

Professional Role

• Ethical decision-making in practice
• Mastering nursing documentation
• Nursing-sensitive indicators (NDNQI)
• Social networks in the clinical setting
• Stress management and self-care

Quality Safety Education in Nursing

• Patient-centered care
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Evidence-based practice
• Quality improvement
• Safety
• Informatics

Evidence-based Project

At the end of the program, all RNs will work in teams to complete an evidence-based project and present to the Professional Development Council.

Nurse Resident Seminars

• Panel discussion (program graduates return to talk with new residents)
• Professional development
• Coping with workplace culture (civility vs. incivility)
• Stress management
• Legal issues in practice, ethics in nursing
• Interprofessional collaboration and communication

Applications

Applications are accepted each year. Top candidates are invited to a panel interview. Application periods usually open early summer and interviews take place mid-summer. Onboarding takes approximately six weeks. The program usually begins early Fall. 

Join our RN Nurse Residency Waitlist and submit your information today!

What happens next? 

When our application period begins for our Nurse Residency Program and/or a New Grad Training Program for the departments you have expressed interest in, our Talent Acquisition Team will reach out with next steps and information on how to apply. 

Required:

• Current CA RN License
• Current BLS Certification
• Current ACLS Certification (ICU, L&D, Telemetry)
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification within the first 3 months (L&D, NICU)
• Intermediate or Advanced Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) class within 6 months hire (L&D)
• Successful completion of Stroke/Sepsis Education competency within 6 months of hire

Preferred:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Knowledge of Det Norske Veritas (DNV)

When it comes to quality, we're 5 Star!

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That’s why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family’s health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way.

• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differentials
• In-House Registry Rates
• Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Recognition programs
• Employee service recognition events
• Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
• National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community.

“We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer”