Per DIem Nurse Extern Inpatient Oncology

Jupiter Medical Center

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About The Position

The Nurse Extern is a member of the nursing team who contributes to patient comfort and well-being by performing specifically assigned tasks under the direction of a Registered Nurse and within the extern's scope of practice. The position supports Safe Passage for patients and families through Relationship Based Care, shared decision making, collaboration, and participation in the JMC Pathway, the medical center's enterprise-wide system for objective, data-driven decisions. Team members are expected to actively use JMC Pathway concepts and tools.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program and have completed the first semester, including a fundamentals of nursing course.
• American Heart Association BLS for Health Care Provider.
• Provide two letters of recommendation from a nursing school instructor; one letter may be from an employer.
• For each subsequent semester, provide evidence such as a transcript or grade report of continued enrollment and progress toward graduation as a nurse.
• A Nurse Extern may remain in the role for a maximum of two and one-half years.
• Complete annual Joint Commission mandatory education, in-service, and health requirements, including attendance at new employee orientation.
• Participate in the TB/PPD Surveillance Program.
• Maintain required professional licensing and/or certifications.
• Ability to stoop, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently assist with lifting patients and heavy equipment.
• Ability to push or pull up to 40 pounds and carry or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment, work independently, make sound decisions, and remain detail-oriented, alert, and self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant licensure in the state of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Perform specifically assigned tasks within the Nurse Extern's scope of practice and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Contribute to patients' comfort and well-being.
• Support Safe Passage for patients and families by applying the six dimensions of Relationship Based Care: Resources, Teamwork, Care Delivery, Outcomes, Professional Practice, and Leadership.
• Participate and collaborate in shared decision making that affects the practice environment and patient outcomes.
• Support and actively use JMC Pathway concepts and tools.
• Assist with patient lifting and moving equipment as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed