New Grad RN Residency - Palatka

Do you have a passion for healthcare and helping others? Do you enjoyworking in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment? Jump-start your careerin our StaRN Residency Program! Submit yourapplication today!   The next program is anticipated to begin in February 2021.

The StaRN/Residency is a yearlong residency which begins with a 10-16 week (depending on specialty), PAID Classroom/Preceptorship program.  It allows new graduate nurses to obtain acute care nursing experience through an intensive internship program.  Open positions will vary throughout the year, and positions will be offered based on needs of the hospital, but units that typically hire StaRN residents include:

• Medical Surgical and Step-Down
• ICU, Emergency Services (limited)

Part 1:  StaRN Training – First 5-8 Weeks (depending on specialty; held in Gainesville):

• Instructor-led classroom training
• State-of-the-art simulation including comprehensive debriefs
• Certifications needed for each unit
• Training on charting systems
• The schedule is typically Monday-Friday, with 40 hour work weeks (8 hour days)

Part 2:  StaRN Clinical Preceptorship – Next 7-8 Weeks (depending on specialty):  

• Conducted at the hospital
• You will be assigned a one-on-one preceptor to train you and acclimate you to your role
• Regular development meetings between the resident, their preceptor and their Director
• Customized Coaching/Onboarding report for clinical preceptorship    
• The schedule is typically three (3) 12 hour shifts at the hospital

Part 3:  HCA Residency Program – Remainder of your 1^st year

• Upon successful completion of the StaRN Program, residents will transition to their full-time roles at the hospital and continue professional development through routine interactions with a mentor (meet at least once a month)
• Complete an evidence-based capstone project

Requirements:

• Current Florida RN license or Multi-state Compact RN license
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, within past 1 year
• Program acceptance requires a two (2) year, full-time commitment to the hospital.  If a nurse chooses to leave the facility before the 2 year commitment is fulfilled, they may be required to meet a monetary responsibility.
• Self-motivated and strong communication skills required
• Attendance is imperative throughout the StaRN Training program

You are more than apaycheck.  Our Benefits Raise theBar:

• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental, flex spending, life, disability benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount program
• Employee stock purchase program

ExceptionalPeople. Exceptional Care.

Putnam Community Medical Center, a 99-bed, acute carefacility, located at 611 Zeagler Dr, in Palatka, provides the latest technologywith the assurance of highly trained, caring professionals to the residents ofPutnam County. The hospital serves North Central Florida with a full complementof quality healthcare services while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

The hospital provides individualized care directed to thespecific needs of each patient. Putnam Community Medical Center offers a 10-bedIntensive/Critical Care Unit, Step-Down Care Unit, Cardiac Cath Lab, medicaland surgical units, family birthplace center, and a 24-hour emergencydepartment. We also provide inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services.