Nurse Extern
About The Position
The Nurse Extern assists patients with daily activities as delegated by the rehabilitation team, communicates patient concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation nurses or therapists, and documents appropriate patient information in medical records. The role obtains and records vital signs in the electronic medical record; performs special procedures such as collecting urine, stool, and sputum; reviews treatments, activities of daily living, and hygiene with patients and families; and assists with feeding and Therapeutic Dining Group as indicated. The Nurse Extern also assists patients with body mechanics, helps maintain a clean and healthy patient environment, and assists with equipment care. Candidates must be active students in a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program, have successfully completed the first term of nursing courses, and remain in good academic standing. The first term must include nursing fundamentals or an equivalent course. BLS (CPR) certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. The role requires satisfactory instructor evaluations of fundamental nursing skills, completion of a preceptor tool and core competency at 90 days and annually, and proof of continued enrollment and passing grades in nursing classes each semester until graduation.
Requirements
- BLS (CPR) certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Must be an active part-time or full-time student in a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
- Must have successfully completed the first term of nursing courses in a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
- Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in the nursing program.
- The initial term, including didactic and skills lab, must include fundamentals of nursing or an equivalent course.
- Must provide one or two instructor evaluations, if available, indicating satisfactory performance of fundamental nursing skills.
- Must successfully complete the preceptor tool and core competency at 90 days and annually.
- Must present proof of continued enrollment and passing grades in nursing classes each semester until graduation and remain in good academic standing.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in an inpatient clinical setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily activities as delegated by the rehabilitation team.
- Communicate patient concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation nurses or therapists.
- Document appropriate patient information in medical records.
- Obtain vital signs and record them in the electronic medical record.
- Perform special procedures, including collection of urine, stool, and sputum.
- Review treatments, activities of daily living, and hygiene with patients and families.
- Assist patients with feeding and attend Therapeutic Dining Group as indicated.
- Assist patients with body mechanics.
- Help maintain a clean and healthy environment for patients.
- Assist with equipment care.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Paid time off that accrues over time.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities.
- Company-matching 401(k).
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Supportive team and community.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
