This 4-day mandatory orientation for nurses new to Children's provides a forum for experts to review basic concepts of the Nursing Process. This mandatory 3 -day general orientation to the Certified Nursing Assistant role provides new employees a review of basic patient care principles.
Employees attend morning classes, and spend afternoons in the clinical areas.
Topics are determined by attendee feedback from previous sessions. An excellent way to keep up to date with your skills and network with others in your role. Preceptor Workshops Novice and advanced workshops available for nursing and other patient care staff that focus on skills needed to be an effective preceptor are offered throughout the year. This workshop covers the principles of IV insertion, Children's policies, and allows time to practice on artificial arms and scalps. Prior to inserting IVs, all Registered Nurses must attend this class.