Student Nurse Extern- Children's Hospital

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Organization :

MCJCHV Nursing Education

Job Summary :

Are you a nursing student looking to advance your clinical knowledge and skill proficiency? Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is excited to offer the NEXT : Vanderbilt Nurse Externship Program, providing a unique opportunity for professional and personal growth in the field of nursing.

Program Overview :

The VUMC Nurse Externship Program is designed to foster the development of student nurses into confident, competent professionals.

As a Nurse Extern, you will play a vital role in providing direct clinical care to patients and supporting services to their families across the healthcare continuum.

The externship will provide the following :

• Hands-on experience in a leading healthcare institution
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced nursing professionals
• Opportunity for professional growth and skill development
• Competitive stipend during the externship period

2024 Program Dates

Pediatric Track start date :

June 3 through July 26

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

• Assists with day-to-day delivery of patient care.
• Facilitates efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work area standards.
• Serves as a liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs.
• Supports unit operations and patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment and unit environmental standards.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements :

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Graduate or possess a GED.
• Enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
• Completed at least 2 rotations of hospital-based clinical nursing experience prior to the start of the program.
• Must have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from a VUMC acceptable agency.

Our clinical and nursing support roles are at the center of all we do, helping us be the world leader in advancing personalized health.

We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.

Core Accountabilities :

• Organizational Impact : Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving / Complexity of work : Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
• Breadth of Knowledge : Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job.
• Team Interaction : Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others : Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.

• Builds and Maintains Relationships : Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.
• Communicates Effectively : Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services : - Serves Others with Compassion : Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.
• Solves Complex Problems : Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support : Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support.

Ensuring High Quality : - Performs Excellent Work : Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.

Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements : Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.

Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability : Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work / service.

• Stewards Organizational Resources : Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources.
• Makes Data Driven Decisions : Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error.

Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas : Willingly proposes / accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them.

• Applies Technology : Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action.
• Adapts to Change : Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications :

Responsibilities : Certifications :

Certifications : Work Experience :

Work Experience :

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level : Less than 1 year

Less than 1 year

Education :

High School Diploma or GED

Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action.

EOE / AA / Women / Minority / Vets / Disabled