Nurse Extern Surgical Trauma
About The Position
A nursing student who has completed at least one medical/surgical rotation in an accredited nursing program and is pending nursing licensure. Nurse Externs work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Students hired into this position are expected to obtain nursing licensure as soon as possible and transition into a new graduate nurse resident position, as available, for the next available cohort after licensure. The role supports patient care by responding to patient needs, documenting care, assisting with clinical procedures and patient education, and helping with transfers, admissions, and discharges. The position is based at Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, and is scheduled for 24 hours per week.
Requirements
- Be a student in good standing in an accredited School of Nursing program.
- Have completed at least one medical/surgical rotation.
- Obtain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) certification upon hire or within 60 days of hire with prior approval.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of all clinical coursework except the final/capstone course.
- At least one year of previous experience in a healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Respond to patient care needs by answering call lights, assisting with hygiene care and nourishment, obtaining vital signs, and communicating constructively, effectively, and promptly with the care team.
- Assist with Foley catheter and nasogastric tube insertions, care, and removal.
- Check and document patient vital signs, glucose levels, inputs, and outputs; document patient care with an additional Registered Nurse signature.
- Perform secondary assessments in addition to the primary assessment performed by a Registered Nurse.
- Assist with patient and family education related to disease processes, medications, and interventions in the plan of care.
- Assist nurses and physicians within the role’s scope and competency.
- Adhere to infection prevention standards and contribute to patient experience goals.
- Assist with patient transfers, admissions, and discharges as directed and in compliance with safe patient handling principles.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package covering programs intended to support caregivers’ health, security, connection, and engagement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
