The Nurse Extern provides personal care to patients and assists with daily living activities under the supervision of an RN Preceptor. They also observe and report patient information while maintaining a safe and clean environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be currently enrolled in an RN diploma/degree program and in their final year, along with having a high school diploma or GED. CPR/BLS certification is required upon hire, and one year of patient care experience is preferred.
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Job description
Onancock, Virginia Overview The Nurse Extern works under the direct supervision of the RN Preceptor assigned to them, as well as the Nurse Manager and/or the Director of Nursing.
All of the following must be done with the direct supervision and validation of the RN Preceptor.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Demonstrates and displays an understanding of psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family.
Adheres to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served.
What you will do Provides personal care of patients and their environment (to include those with special precautions.
Performs specified functions and tasks based on validated competency by licensed nurse to include but not limited to: simple wound care, EKGs, peripheral INT Removal and basic phlebotomy.
Perform activities of daily living including hygiene, nutrition, and comfort activities under the direct supervision and guidance of the RN Preceptor.
Maintains cleanliness and neatness of the patients' and unit's environment.
Performs approved treatments and procedures accurately and safely.
Observes, gathers, and reports pertinent patient information including intake and output, daily weights, vital signs, pulse oximetry, and blood glucose.
Maintains a safe environment by following hospital and unit policies and procedures.
Qualifications Education Currently enrolled in RN diploma/degree program and in final year (Required) and High School Diploma or GED, (Required) Experience 1 year Patient care experience (Preferred) Licenses and Certification CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside.
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