Nurse Extern I - Surgical Trauma

Overview Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team! At Piedmont Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary The Nurse Extern role is designed to provide expanded clinical experience for professional (RN) nursing students and to assist the Registered Nursing staff by performing patient care activities, which includes participating in patient care planning, implementation, observation and evaluation, as well as reporting significant observations to a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Accurately checks patient’s blood sugar and documents results as ordered (all values are correctly reported to attending nurse) Obtains vital signs appropriately based on patient’s age and condition. Reports abnormal findings immediately to attending or charge nurse Performs patient interventions completely and proficiently within scope of practice and demonstrates age specific competency for population of patients served Provides appropriate treatment in emergency situations as they arise (i.e. codes, patient falls). Notifies nurse of changes in patient’s condition Performs related duties as required. Qualifications Required: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Nursing Students who have completed their first clinical rotation of an accredited professional (RN) school of nursing program. Certifications/Registrations/Licenses: American Heart Association BLS CPR certification required. Must be obtained within 7 days of hire. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Tenet Healthcare