Nurse Extern- Trauma ICU, PRN Nights

Texas Health Resources•Fort Worth, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Extern- Trauma ICU position at Texas Health Fort Worth is a PRN Nights role. This role involves providing assistance according to the plan of care, supporting activities of daily living, and serving as a patient advocate. The extern will collect patient data, report significant findings to the nurse, and assist in patient transitions. They will perform procedures safely, enter orders when applicable, and take action to reduce patient risk while maintaining a clean and safe environment. Collaboration with nurses and other disciplines, adaptability to changing schedules, and a commitment to professional development are key aspects of this role. 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.