Year Round Student Nurse Extern(Not Summer)-Constant Observation(Float Pool)-Min of 23 hrs/mth

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Year Round Student Nurse Extern(Not Summer)-Constant Observation(Float Pool)-Min of 23 hrs / mth.

In this role, the successful candidate Performs patient care procedures and related activities within the framework of the written care plan and assignment by the professional registered nurse.

Works closely with the professional nurse to determine patient needs, implements care activities, and reports patient / family responses.

Carries out patient assignments under the direct supervision of the registered nurse, with a comprehensive approach to achieve specific outcomes.

Reports to the RN specific functions completed. Observes the RN in the performance of professional nursing care.

Job Responsibilities :

• Demonstrates an understanding of the rationale and basic principles of assigned patient's treatment / care procedures.
• Participates in unit-based quality initiatives under the guidance of a registered professional nurse.Participates in unit-based quality initiatives under the guidance of a registered professional nurse.
• Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed.
• Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs.
• Observes patient teaching.
• Participates in classroom or unit-based educational learning activities.
• Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the NYUMC's Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
• Cooperates and interacts with the interdisciplinary team members when carrying out patient care.
• Completes written documentation of these activities and observations, obtaining co-signature by the supervising registered nurse.
• Assumes responsibility for observing patient / family responses, changes in patient condition, results of procedures performed and reports same to the designated registered nurse.
• Participates in the planning and evaluation of nursing care by active participation in conferences.
• With additional training and demonstrated competency, may also be permitted to perform the following clinical functions and treatments : Obtains 12 lead EKGs. Uses a glucometer.
• Verbally and non-verbally communicates support and responsiveness to patients, families, and other staff.
• Supports patient's privacy and confidentiality.
• Observes and reports changes in the patient's condition and environment to the registered nurse.
• Observes the nursing process, , assessment, documentation, planning, interventions, and evaluation under the direction of the registered nurse.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care by identifying physical, psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, religious, and development needs, and adapting interventions accordingly.
• Utilizes the written patient care plan / clinical pathway to deliver patient care.
• Provides oral suctioning and mouth care.
• Performs intake and output.
• Applies clean dressings.
• Measures vital signs.
• Incorporates infection prevention / control guidelines, and risk management in patient care.
• Provides assistance to patients with activities of daily living and encourages appropriate self-care.
• Utilizes nursing interventions to prevent the complications of bed rest and immobility.
• Provides for hygiene, safety, and comfort needs of assigned patients.

Minimum Qualifications :

To qualify you must have a To qualify you must be a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior enrolled in a Bachelors of Science Nursing program.

You must be able to provide proof of enrollment in a BSN program.

BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.

Demonstrates physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities.

Preference given to those with a GPA or higher.

Required Licenses : Basic Life Support Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.