Nursing Orientation
The goal of nursing orientation is to ensure that orientees receive consistent information regarding policies, procedures, standards and documentation to support practice and familiarize them with the UC Davis Health vision, mission, values, goals and organizational structure.
In keeping with the UC Davis Health vision, mission, values and goals, the objectives of nursing orientation are geared toward creatively using existing resources to meet the new demands of a constantly changing health-care environment.
Chief Nursing and Patient Care Services Officer, Christine Williams, R.N., M.S.-C.N.S., welcomes orientees to UC Davis Health. In addition, staff from Risk Management, Nursing Research, Pharmacy and Patient Services (intranet) provide information regarding their areas of practice.
Schedule
Nursing orientation will begin on Monday. Please refer to the schedules below for dates and times (subject to change).
Dates: 2025 (PDFs)
April 21–30
May 5–14
May 19–29*
June 2–11
June 23–July 2
July 7–16
July 21–30
Aug. 18–27
Sept. 8–17
Sept. 22–Oct 1
Oct. 6–15
Oct. 20–29
Oct. 17–Nov. 26
Dec. 1–10
Dec. 25–17
New Grad
May 12–22
Aug. 4–14
Oct. 27–Nov. 6
*Denotes schedule may vary due to observed holiday(s).
Resources
- CPPN Agenda Detailed Outline (PDF)
- Safe Patient Handling Training Information (PDF)
- 2025 Training Dates - Safe Patient Handling and CPI (PDF)
- Workplace Violence Prevention Training Information
- CPPN Orientation SharePoint - slide-decks and resources (login required)
Required Exams and CPR
All required exams and CPR must be completed before working on the unit. Every employee is held accountable for all policies and procedures. Selected policies and procedures will be emphasized. It is each individual's responsibility to read in depth the information needed to safely practice in their care area(s).
Security Clearance
Security clearance must be completed before working on the unit.
Persons With Disabilities
Individuals needing special accommodations may call the Center for Professional Practice of Nursing at 916-734-9790.
Questions
Please contact the CPPN nursing orientation coordinators at hs-CPPNOrientation@ucdavis.edu.
Coordinators
Nancy Chiang, B.S.N., R.N., C.M.S.R.N.
Professional Development Specialist
Krista Greaves, M.S., B.S.N., R.N., C.C.R.N., N.P.D.-B.C.
Professional Development Specialist