Nurse Extern - Rehab

Conifer Health Solutions • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of an RN, the Nurse Extern provides basic and intermediate nursing care to an assigned group of patients, based on demonstrated competence. Care is provided in accordance with the needs of the unit and patient population. General Nursing Units serve patients age 15 through adulthood; Special Care Areas serve patients age 15 through adulthood with high-risk conditions. Maternal Child Units include Labor and Delivery care for patients with pregnancy-related conditions and Nursery care for newborns until discharge. Pediatric units serve patients from neonates through age 18. The GI Lab serves patients from 24 months through adulthood. Chemical Dependent and Psychiatric units serve adult patients and families using a holistic approach to emotional problems. The Emergency Unit serves presenting patients of all ages, including pediatric and high-risk adult care, and Surgical Services serves patients from neonates through geriatric patients. The Nurse Extern must complete established position competencies within the designated introductory period. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing.
• Completed at least one semester of clinicals in an RN program.
• Have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association at hire; must obtain AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
• If working in the Emergency Department or Behavioral Health areas, obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training within 60 days of hire or transfer.
• Complete NVCI training before working as a constant observer.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and intermediate nursing care to an assigned group of patients under RN direction and supervision, based on competence.
• Complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed