Nurse Extern - PCU

Boulder Community Health•Boulder, CO

31d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

Boulder Community Health is seeking a Nurse Extern for PCU who performs duties and tasks that assist the caregivers and promote effective departmental functioning. Assists RN and Unit in providing a safe, organized and efficient healthcare environment. Direct patient care functions are under the direction of the RN/LPN.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in accredited nursing program
Completed 1st year of a 2-year nursing program, or 3rd year of a 4-year baccalaureate nursing program, or equivalent for accelerated programs. Must complete clinical rotations in Medical/Surgical unit.
Must be able to provide documentation of class courses and competencies completed in 1st year of nursing school for validation.
BLS certification required by the end of conditional period.

Nice To Haves

CNA certification or equivalent certification is preferred.
Equivalent certifications include: EMT, MA, Military Medic or completion of 1st year of nursing core classes (not prerequisites for nursing school).

Responsibilities

Promotes a patient safety culture and participates with other departments in achieving core measures, evidence and best practice initiatives.
Identifies own learning needs and expands knowledge base through clinical practice and self-directed learning.
Promotes Service Excellence.
Supports and ensures compliance with hospital, division, and departmental policies.
Familiar with organization, department and job specific environment of care policies, including life safety, utilities management, hazardous material communication, emergency preparedness Infection Prevention and medical equipment failure.
Implements interventions based on the Plan of Care, priority of patient#s needs and desired outcome, guidelines/standards of care, and agency policy and procedures. Increased complexity of assignments are assigned based on demonstrated competencies. Can perform selected procedures under the direction and supervision of a RN/LPN.
Evaluates practice in relation to professional standards, statues, regulations, hospital and departmental policies, and standards of care.
Practices proper HIPAA compliance and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option
Dental and Vision insurance
BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans
Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution
Paid Time Off
Education assistance program
Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more
Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family