Position Summary:
The Transition to Practice Program Coach provides staff hired into the program with ongoing guidance to achieve their greatest potential. Responsible for monitoring onboarding / orientation process and implementing changes. Conducts and facilitates classroom and on the job training to synthesize knowledge, increase skill development and promote interpersonal growth. Works closely with preceptors and unit leadership. Completes and evaluates benchmark data for each orientee. Aids in the planning and execution of program events. Provides a high level of support to staff hired through the program to support strong retention and engagement.

Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
H.S. Diploma/GED in If HCT or College Diploma in Nursing if RN and Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) within two (2) years if RN

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Registered Professional Nurse (RN) License Illinois, if RN upon hire or

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
5 years of healthcare experience in related field. Must have 2 years of inpatient experience within the last 5 years.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Able to develop creative solutions and outside the box thinking Welcomes and seeks out feedback to improve performance Passionate about serving others well Seeks out opportunities to create and develop working relationships Excellent written and verbal communication skills Maintain a positive outlook regardless of situation Able to provide feedback that is constructive and affirming Achieves and maintains a high level of emotional intelligence

Essential Functions:

• Monitors and completes competency modules
• Support staff through intensive rounding in department and individual coaching sessions
• Collaborate with team members to develop schedules and create preceptor assignments
• Conducts analysis through the onboarding / orientation process to assure advancement of skill and provision of safe patient care
• Conducts classroom orientation using a variety of learning methods
• Support staff during dayshift and nightshift hours / weekends
• Maintain clear communication with unit leadership teams
• Support recruitment and retention events as needed
• Provides direct patient care when on the unit.

• Shadow staff to ensure the progression of skills.
• Support staff through rounding and follow-up.
• Complete all mandatory training and competency modules.