Nurse Extern II, Nursing Internship - PRN

Job Description

Description

Summary :

Under the supervision and / or direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern II performs various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern II is able to assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern II may be assigned other functions in accordance with

hospital / department

policies, procedures, and protocols.

Responsibilities :

• Life threatening situations are readily identified and reported to the R.N. Initiates and assists with basic life support when needed.
• Observes / reports unusual symptoms to the nurse, i.e., abnormal V / S; IV site redness; edema; suspicious areas of skin breakdown accurately and promptly.
• Reports patient / family related problems, i.e., patient’s

dissatisfaction / refusal

of nursing care routines; departure from activity advancements or restrictions.

Job Description

Requirements :

A. Education / Skills

a. Currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain either an associate degree or bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse.

b. Must have completed their first hospital clinical rotation and be in good standing in the nursing program

c. Proficient in basic nursing tasks.

d. Provides updated transcript at beginning of semester.

B. Experience

a. Six (6) months experience in patient care preferred.

C. Licenses, Registrations, Certifications

a. AHA BLS required within 2 weeks of employment.

Work Schedule : PRN

Work Type : Per Diem As Needed