About The Position

The Nurse Extern II position at St. Luke's is for students graduating in Winter 2026, working on the 12T Oncology and Autologous Stem Cell Transplant floor. This 24-bed unit specializes in the care of patients with blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma, as well as other blood/autoimmune diseases. Nurses on this unit are specifically trained to administer chemotherapy and provide care for stem cell transplant patients. Advocate Health, the parent organization, is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, formed by the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health serves nearly 6 million patients, employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and is recognized as a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. The system is also engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine as its academic core, and is nationally recognized for expertise in various specialties including cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, and rehabilitation.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Nursing.
  • Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
  • Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Clinical.
  • Successful completion of a Pharmacological Concepts course.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
  • Ability to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
  • Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
  • Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
  • Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • Functional vision and hearing.

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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program
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