Nurse Extern

Lifepoint Health • Lebanon, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A Nurse Extern works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Functions as a member of the health care team to assist the professional nurse in meeting the goal of individualized patient care by performing designated patient care activities under the direct supervision of the designated Registered Nurse. Demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, with the ability to provide patient centered care, teamwork, collaboration, evidence based practice and effective communication. Utilizing skills as outlined in the Nursing Scope of Practice in accordance with the Kentucky Board of Nursing and Spring View Hospital policies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• School of nursing 3rd year student or higher
• Basic life support health care provider

Responsibilities

• Functions as a member of the health care team to assist the professional nurse in meeting the goal of individualized patient care by performing designated patient care activities under the direct supervision of the designated Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, with the ability to provide patient centered care, teamwork, collaboration, evidence based practice and effective communication.
• Utilizing skills as outlined in the Nursing Scope of Practice in accordance with the Kentucky Board of Nursing and Spring View Hospital policies.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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