UCLA Health is committed to employing the most expert nursing staff. This involves remaining on the cutting-edge of knowledge and technology. On an annual basis, a team of nursing experts-including nursing management, Clinical Nurse Specialists and unit-based educators-carefully evaluate the unit-based learning needs and competencies of staff. A structured program, comprised of lectures, hands-on training and evaluation, is provided to ensure that direct care nurses are performing at the highest level necessary to provide safe and effective patient care.
Competency and Education Resources
RN Initial Competency and Education Resources
- Please customize the forms based on your unit specific competencies (for items not included in the DON/Unit competencies)
- Resources
- Competencies are due prior to employee being able to work independently and may take up to six months to complete
RN Ongoing Competency Resources
- Review the competency assignment guideline to identify your unit ongoing competencies
- Please customize this form based on your unit specific competencies (for items not included in the DON/Unit competencies)
- Competencies are Due on or before June 30, 2021
CACP/CCP Ongoing Competency Resources
- Review the competency assignment guideline to identify your unit ongoing competencies
- Please customize this form based on your unit specific competencies (for items not included in the DON/Unit competencies)
- Competencies are Due on or before October 31, 2021
LVN Ongoing Competency Resources
- Review the competency assignment guideline to identify your unit ongoing competencies
- Please customize this form based on your unit specific competencies (for items not included in the DON/Unit competencies)
- Competencies are Due on or before October 31, 2021
For questions, contact:
Kristine Traxler, MSN-Ed, RN
Nursing Professional Development Specialist | Nurse Orientation
Center for Nursing Excellence
