Staff Nurse 1 - SCAL Nurse Residency Program

As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. The Kaiser Permanente National New Graduate Program is an innovative 12-month program where your knowledge, skills, and confidence will grow through the comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum. Your learning experience will include activities such as simulations, AI-assisted clinical judgement and knowledge assessments, and reflective learning exercises. Your orientation will include clinical and didactic training, precepted shifts, and mentorship to prepare you as you transition to professional practice. This position allows applicants to apply to hospitals and medical centers in Southern California for the November 9th, 2026 cohort of the Nurse Residency Program. Applicants accepted into this training position will enter the KPSCAL Nurse Residency Program. Before applying, please read all the following information carefully. NOTE: This position is only for nurses with less than 6 months of paid RN work experience. Applicants will be able to share their location and unit choices (if applicable) during the career snapshot sent on August 26th, 2026. Program Components: Clinical training: The first several weeks are predominantly classroom experiences, consisting of live, in-person and virtual classes. Classroom education courses are taught by Kaiser Permanente Nursing Professional Development Consultants and Subject Matter Experts that incorporate lecture, simulation, skills labs, and other experiences to support the RN resident-s transition to the practice of nursing. Classes are held during daytime hours. Preceptorship: The RN resident will be paired with an RN preceptor during the competency-based orientation and will work the preceptor-s schedule. This may be days, evenings, or nights.12-month Professional Development Program Attendance and completion of the professional development program is mandatory for Nurse Residents Supports peer-based learning across clinical specialties Requires the completion of an Evidence-based Practice Project Upon completion of competency-based orientation, the RN resident will enter mentorship with an experienced RN.RN residents will be required to fill out anonymous surveys to measure your transition-to-practice experience. Program Time Commitment: Attendance at all clinical and classroom activities is required. The RN resident refrains from scheduling time off (except for protected leave such as FMLA or other protected leaves) during the training program. The following medical centers will be participating in the November cohort and will offer Med/Surg/Tele & Specialties (varies by sites: L&D; DOU; & ICU): Baldwin Park Downey Panorama City Riverside San Diego South Bay West Los Angeles Woodland Hills #RNRSD Essential Responsibilities: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: Leadership: Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws. Serves as a leader of the health care team; delegates tasks appropriately, and demonstrates appropriate accountability. Understands own and team members scope of practice and escalates issues as appropriate. Demonstrates professional, supportive behavior. Champions new ideas. Leads and directs others through the change process. Utilizes communication strategies including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes. Participates in problem