Nurse Residency Program

Overlake's RN residency program was designed for the new graduate nurse and is based on best practices and evidence-based education and training. After successful completion of the RN residency, nurses practice with the basic competencies and confidence of a staff RN.

Overlake Medical Center's RN residency is a 12-month program that includes:

• Instructor-led courses featuring current and emerging clinical guidelines and standards.
• 1:1 clinical precepting by an RN to provide personalized bedside training.
• Focused “group sessions” that provide a forum for exchange of ideas and experiences among peers.

You will be working a full time position during your RN residency. Upon completion of the program, your FTE and shift will be based upon the needs of the patients and the department.

Qualifications:

• Active Washington State Registered Nurse license is required before starting orientation.
• Current healthcare provider CPR certification.
• Must be able to commit to working a minimum of 0.75 FTE nights or evenings (depending on the department's needs) upon completion on your RN residency.
• Must remain in your department for a minimum of one year upon completion of your precepted period of the RN residency.
• Due to the intensity of the program, no extended vacation time other than the normal scheduled holidays will be approved.