Student Nurse Extern - Med Surg (6535)

Job Details: Job Location: 5C2 Med Surg - Memphis, TN 38103, Position Type: PRN, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Nursing Services, Responsible for assisting nursing staff in the care of patients as determined by skills training and validation in accordance with established policies and procedures; maintaining equipment and supplies. Performs all activities under direct supervision of Registered Nurse.

What you will do

• Participates and performs selected activities and nursing care as assigned and according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs duties applicable to assigned unit or area, except invasive procedures, administration of medications, IV’s and blood/blood products.
• Assists in developing and revising Nursing Care Plans.
• Performs clerical duties in a patient unit as related to admissions, discharges, and the maintenance of patient and unit records, and supplies.
• Performs diagnostic measurements as determined by skills training and validation.
• Performs skills as outlined on Skill Checklist for Nurse Extern including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age-specific patient needs.
• Provides patient care by performing assigned tasks for patient care plan implementation by:
• Contributing information in day to day management of patient care.
• Carrying out routine nursing care measures as delegated.
• Work performed evidences completion of tasks as shown in patient outcomes, documentation and/or completed work.
• Takes and records patient’s vital signs. Taking and recording temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
• Collects, prepares, forwards and transports specimens (urine, stool and sputum).
• Delivers activities of daily living such as hygiene, nutrition, elimination and progressive activity.
• Maintains records of fluid intake and output.
• Provides measures of comfort and convenience (i.e., water, blankets, etc.).
• Observes and reports patient’s response to interventions/treatment.
• Completes all documentation requirements in a timely manner.
• Provides one-on-one to patients requiring close observation and monitoring (sitter) to ensure their safety and prevention of injury.
• Obtains medical and lab records.
• Communicates unit activities, needs and problems to appropriate staff regarding patient care.
• Follows-up with patients as required.
• Performs other procedures specific to clinical area.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care, maintains clinical competency and meets age-specific patient needs in a caring, compassionate, and sensitive manner.
• Participates and performs selective and technical patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for assigned patient in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Prepares patient, environment and supplies for care/treatment.
• Works within isolation precautions.
• Performs pre/post procedural care as delegated.
• Assists with wound care and applying dressings and bandages.
• Assists with transferring, ambulating and transportation of patients.
• Assists with the removal and application of dressings and topical agents.
• Reports and records all activities performed along with the patients' responses.
• Reports unusual changes in the patients' condition, patient response to delivery of care, results of diagnostic measurements as well as medical and surgical emergencies, (i.e., respiratory distress, bleeding and shock).
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Performs clerical duties such as answering telephone, responding to call signal, filing/assembling charts, completing tab sets, transcribing orders and scheduling tests.
• Prepares and maintains required records, reports and files for administrative and compliance purposes.
• Maintains patient medical records; documents patient status and care given; performs charting duties; records activities and observations.
• Utilizes patient computer systems to enter and retrieve data.
• Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information.
• Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e., HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).
• Works effectively as a team member within department and with customers to provide quality service to hospital units through communication, cooperation and collaboration.
• Monitors and maintains supplies and equipment.
• Assists with cardio-pulmonary resuscitation by bringing needed supplies to area immediately or as needed.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment.
• Adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety practices.
• Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
• Collaborates with forensic team and law enforcement officials as it relates to the care of inmates and arrestees in order to maintain a safe and secure environment at all times.
• Provides coverage for relief and absences as required.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an approved nursing program (diploma, associate or bachelor's degree in nursing) and have successfully completed fundamentals of nursing. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 upon hire. A letter grade of C or above must be maintained in all coursework for the duration of enrollment in a nursing program. Required
• Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonate, infant, toddler, pre-schooler, school-age, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates Required
• Must provide proof of continuous enrollment in an approved nursing program to maintain employment Required
• Current CPR/BLS certification Required
• Experience in patient care or equivalent on-the-job training as obtained through participation in an approved nursing program Required

Physical Demands

• Standing - Constantly
• Walking - Constantly
• Sitting - Rarely
• Lifting - Frequently
• Carrying - Frequently
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Climbing - Occasionally
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Stooping - Frequently
• Kneeling - Frequently
• Crouching - Frequently
• Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Frequently
• Handling - Frequently
• Grasping - Frequently
• Feeling - Constantly
• Talking - Constantly
• Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Regional One Health is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.