Nurse Extern II-Medical Telemetry

American Addiction Centers • Park Ridge, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Extern II-Medical Telemetry position is a part-time role within the 46-bed Medical Telemetry/Dialysis unit at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. This unit provides nursing care to patients with a variety of complex medical and cardiac diagnoses related to renal, GI, GU, Diabetes, and Detox, including peritoneal and hemodialysis. The extern will work 0.2 FTE, which equates to two 8-hour shifts per pay period.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in nursing.
• Graduation date expected May 2027
• Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Course that includes pharmacological concepts.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Currently enrolled (in final year) or graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to interruptions and changing priorities/workload necessary.

Responsibilities

• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, completes activities of daily living, vital sign completion and blood glucose monitoring.
• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based upon an analysis of health, education and developmental needs and patient/family preferences.
• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, evaluates patient response to interventions and effectively communicates observations and patient needs to the Registered Nurse.
• Develops delegation skills appropriate to Health Unit Coordinators, Nursing Assistants and technical roles on unit.
• Administers medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse. The level of clinical judgment and proficiency of skill must be evaluated prior to medication administration.
• Manages an increased number of patients and incorporates principles of time management into shift routine.
• Demonstrates an ability to collect and synthesize relevant patient data accurately identifying patient status and needs.
• In emergency situations and under appropriate supervision of a Registered Nurse, participates in activities they have demonstrated knowledge and skill in.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees