Summer Nurse Extern II - OR .0 PRN

American Addiction Centers • Hazel Crest, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is intended for nursing students graduating in December 2026- May 2027. Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, the extern completes activities of daily living, vital sign monitoring, and blood glucose monitoring. The extern collaborates with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based upon an analysis of health, education, and developmental needs and patient/family preferences. The extern evaluates patient response to interventions and effectively communicates observations and patient needs to the Registered Nurse. The extern develops delegation skills appropriate to Health Unit Coordinators, Nursing Assistants, and technical roles on the unit. The extern administers medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse, with the level of clinical judgment and proficiency of skill evaluated prior to medication administration. The extern manages an increased number of patients and incorporates principles of time management into the shift routine. The extern demonstrates an ability to collect and synthesize relevant patient data accurately, identifying patient status and needs. In emergency situations and under appropriate supervision of a Registered Nurse, the extern participates in activities they have demonstrated knowledge and skill in. The extern performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. The extern must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. The extern must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Nursing.
• No experience required.
• Current enrollment (in final year) or graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Course that includes pharmacological concepts.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to interruptions and changing priorities/workload necessary.

Responsibilities

• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, completes activities of daily living, vital sign completion and blood glucose monitoring.
• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based upon an analysis of health, education and developmental needs and patient/family preferences.
• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, evaluates patient response to interventions and effectively communicates observations and patient needs to the Registered Nurse.
• Develops delegation skills appropriate to Health Unit Coordinators, Nursing Assistants and technical roles on unit.
• Administers medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse. The level of clinical judgment and proficiency of skill must be evaluated prior to medication administration.
• Manages an increased number of patients and incorporates principles of time management into shift routine.
• Demonstrates an ability to collect and synthesize relevant patient data accurately identifying patient status and needs.
• In emergency situations and under appropriate supervision of a Registered Nurse, participates in activities they have demonstrated knowledge and skill in.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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