Nurse Extern PRN Float Pool

Job Summary and Qualifications The Nurse Extern delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the Nurse Extern assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the Nurse Extern’s skills and training and the needs of the Department, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment. The Nurse Extern is currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of nursing and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved. Responsibilities Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care for patient populations served in your department. Communicate pertinent information to appropriate individuals. Deliver compassionate, holistic care while supporting the rights and dignity of all patients. Document patient care information in the appropriate computer screens. Assist with ADLs for assigned patients. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, current (obtained/maintained within time frames required by hospital policy). Student currently enrolled in an accredited RN nursing program. Can be considered for Nurse Extern after completion of first nursing semester or CNA in first semester of RN program. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. Other requirements No travel required. Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services. Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence. Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Parkridge Health System