Are you a registered nurse looking to broaden your clinical skills and explore various specialties within acute care? Tampa General Hospital (TGH) offers an exceptional Acute Care Rotation Program (ACRP) designed to provide RNs with a comprehensive, year-long journey through diverse patient care settings. This program is structured to empower nurses with firsthand experience and robust support, paving the way for informed career decisions and enhanced expertise in acute care nursing.
Program Advantages for Registered Nurses
Choosing the Acute Care Rotation Program At Tampa General Hospital comes with significant advantages crafted to support professional growth and work-life balance:
- Balanced Work Schedule: Enjoy a sustainable work schedule of 36 hours per week, promoting well-being and preventing burnout while allowing for personal pursuits outside of work.
- Comprehensive Orientation: Begin with an in-depth orientation period meticulously designed to equip you for success. This structured onboarding ensures you feel confident and prepared as you transition into each new unit.
- Varied Clinical Exposure: Gain invaluable experience working across a wide spectrum of units. This unique opportunity allows you to develop a well-rounded clinical skillset, understand different patient populations, and discover your true passion within acute care.
Who Should Apply for the ACRP?
To be eligible for Tampa General Hospital’s Acute Care Rotation Program, applicants are required to meet the following criteria:
- Educational Foundation: Hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. This requirement may be waived for current Tampa General Hospital team members, underscoring TGH’s commitment to internal growth and development.
- Professional Licensure: Possess a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Florida, ensuring all participants meet the necessary professional standards to deliver exceptional patient care.
Notably, prior acute care experience is not a prerequisite for joining the program, making it an ideal opportunity for nurses looking to specialize in acute care or those seeking a structured transition into this dynamic field.
Exploring the Acute Care Rotation Structure
The Acute Care Rotation Program at TGH is carefully organized into six distinct sessions, completed over a 36-week period, providing a progressive and immersive learning experience:
- Session 1 (12 Weeks): Foundational Training & Immersion: This initial session includes a comprehensive new team member orientation and the Acute Care Transition Program. Following training, nurses will integrate into their first unit, functioning as a team member for three to four weeks, applying newly acquired skills in a supportive environment.
- Session 2 (8 Weeks): Expanding Skillsets: Nurses will transition to a new unit, engaging in two weeks of focused training followed by six weeks as a team member. This session builds upon the foundation, exposing participants to different patient care scenarios and team dynamics.
- Session 3 (8 Weeks): Deepening Expertise: Another unit rotation awaits, with one week dedicated to training and seven weeks of team member responsibilities. This structure allows for deeper engagement and contribution within each unit, fostering confidence and competence.
- Session 4 (8 Weeks): Advanced Integration: In the final structured session, training is condensed to a single 12-hour shift, reflecting the growing expertise and adaptability of the program participants. The remaining weeks are spent as a contributing team member, showcasing the skills and knowledge accumulated throughout the program.
Program participants also benefit from a balanced schedule, with every other weekend off and half of all nationally recognized holidays, ensuring adequate time for rest and personal commitments.
Units Participating in the Rotation Program
The Acute Care Rotation Program at Tampa General Hospital offers rotations through a diverse array of specialized units, providing exposure to various facets of acute care:
- Acute Cardiac Care
- Cardiac Surgery
- Cardiac Medicine
- Complex Medicine
- Medicine
- Neurosciences
- Observation
- Oncology
- Orthopedic Trauma
- Primary Care
- Progressive Burn
- Short Stay
- Surgical Trauma
- Joint Center
- Transplant Units
- Vascular Surgical Acute Care
Take Your Next Career Step
If you are ready to elevate your nursing career and explore the diverse world of acute care, the Acute Care Rotation Program at Tampa General Hospital is your ideal pathway. For more detailed information about this transformative program, please reach out to Talent Acquisition at [email protected] or call 1-800-288-5444. You can also directly apply and learn more about career opportunities at Tampa General Hospital by visiting www.tgh.org/careers.
