Nurse Extern - Oncology Unit
About The Position
Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern performs specific patient care duties to meet patients’ safety and comfort needs using the nursing process. The extern provides input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care, responds to emergent situations according to established procedures, participates in continuing education, and maintains accurate documentation of patient care activities. The role is intended for nursing students seeking hands-on experience in an acute care setting. The position is on a 29-bed Medical Oncology and Inpatient Hospice unit. The unit cares for patients with cancer diagnoses who may require inpatient chemotherapy or immunotherapy infusions, as well as patients receiving comfort, end-of-life, and hospice care. It also cares for patients after bariatric surgery and does not have telemetry. Employment in the extern role is time limited: up to 12 months for ADN students and up to 24 months for BSN students, with adjustments for part-time BSN programs. To remain in the role, the extern must stay actively enrolled in a nursing program, successfully complete each course, provide transcripts to the Nurse Manager after each semester or term, and provide a copy of their plan of work. Employment will be rescinded if the extern no longer meets their academic institution’s standard for continued enrollment in nursing classes. Successful completion of a 180-day introductory period is required to achieve knowledge of policies related to job duties and the patient care unit.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent, or current enrollment in the Henry Ford Health Early College Program with completion of two clinical rotations as required at an accredited school of nursing.
- Enrollment in an accredited school of nursing.
- Completion of two clinical rotations, including one Med/Surg rotation in an acute care setting.
- Remain actively enrolled in a nursing program and successfully complete each course.
- Current Health Care Provider Certification.
- Successfully complete the 180-day introductory period.
Responsibilities
- Assist in providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of patient care plans.
- Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.
- Participate in continuing education to enhance nursing skills.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities.
- Provide transcripts to the Nurse Manager after each semester or term and provide a copy of the plan of work.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career growth
- Collaborative teamwork
- Mission-driven work
- Continuous learning and development
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
