Nurse Extern (PCA)

Loma Linda University Health•Loma Linda, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Extern (PCA) performs age-specific (adolescent, young adult) and developmentally appropriate patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) preceptor in a fast-paced environment. They perform only those duties/skills previously learned in nursing school with proof of competency and follow Loma Linda University Children's Hospital (LLUCH) policies, protocols, techniques, and guidelines. The role assists the RN preceptor in performing the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) in accordance with LLUCH's established Professional Practice Model to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as needed. The Nurse Extern maintains open communication with their RN preceptor, takes directions well, and follows through with assignments. They keep the RN preceptor informed regarding patient requests and status, reporting patient observations indicating complications or impending urgent situations. The role functions within the scope of practice of an unlicensed member of the multidisciplinary health care team. They exhibit professionalism in dress, attitude, and clinical practice, utilizing interpersonal skills to maximize customer service in a manner that supports service excellence, safe patient care, and professionalism. The Nurse Extern contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Completion of Medical and Surgical courses at Loma Linda University School of Nursing.
Transcript with 3.0 GPA in nursing courses.
Two letters of recommendation (one from faculty).
Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing duties/skills that were previously learned in nursing school.
Knowledge of scope of practice for unlicensed healthcare team members.
Able to read, write legibly and speak in English.
Use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Outlook, electronic medical record, event reporting system.
Perform basic non-licensed patient care activities.
Comprehend and follow-through with instructions.
Relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
Be assertive and consistent in following policies.
Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
Collaborate.
Accept direction.
Think critically and use good judgment.
Work with minimal supervision.
Perform basic math functions.
Manage multiple assignments effectively.
Organize and prioritize workload.
Problem solve.
Recall information with accuracy.
Pay close attention to detail.
Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care.
See adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
Discern temperature variances through touch.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.

Nice To Haves

Spanish preferred.
Nursing assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) preceptor.
Performs only those duties/skills previously learned in nursing school with proof of competency.
Follows LLUCH policies, protocols, techniques, and guidelines.
Assists RN preceptor in performing the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation).
Provides compassionate bereavement support as needed.
Maintains open communication with RN preceptor, takes directions well and follows through with assignments.
Keeps RN preceptor informed regarding patient requests and status, reporting patient observations indicating complications or impending urgent situations.
Functions within the scope of practice of an unlicensed member of the multidisciplinary health care team.
Exhibits professionalism in dress, attitude and clinical practice.
Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer service in a manner that supports the service excellence initiative, safe patient care, and professionalism.
Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
Performs other duties as needed.