Nurse Extern- Trauma ICU, PRN Nights

#REF! • Fort Worth, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Extern position at Texas Health Fort Worth's Trauma ICU offers an opportunity to provide patient care and support under the guidance of registered nurses. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, collecting patient data, communicating findings, and supporting patient transitions. The extern will perform procedures safely, maintain a safe environment, and collaborate with the healthcare team to adapt care for diverse populations. This position also emphasizes professional development, adherence to safety goals, and participation in process improvement initiatives. Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated hospital serving the Fort Worth community since 1930, offering advanced care in various specialties and recognized for its high-acuity capabilities and commitment to training future physicians.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nurse’s Aide (C.N.A.) certification upon hire required, or,
• PCT Training Program Upon Hire required, or,
• Junior or higher-level Professional Nursing student with proof of completion on nursing fundamentals upon hire required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required prior to providing independent patient care and must be maintained quarterly.
• Possesses organizational skills to function in a fast-paced work environment, positive interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance according to the plan of care, supports activities of daily living based on patient/family preferences, and serves as a patient advocate.
• Collects patient data, identifies and reports significant findings to the nurse, and communicates per department expectations including ethical and legal concerns.
• Assists in patient transitions and ensures documentation is accurate and appropriate throughout the process.
• Performs procedures safely and proficiently, enters orders when applicable, and takes action to reduce or eliminate patient risk while maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Works in partnership with nurses and other disciplines to adapt care for diverse populations, incorporating cultural and religious needs.
• Demonstrates adaptability to changing schedules or workloads, welcomes new team members, and uses interpersonal skills to foster a supportive work environment.
• Maintains and enhances care skills, seeks supervision when needed, participates in process improvement, and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals and personnel policies.

Benefits

• 401k and other benefits
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED