Extern-Nurse

Overview

Job Summary

Provides under the direction of a registered nurse, those aspects of patient care which have been previously learned/demonstrated in the nursing program in which enrolled.  Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing.  Performs other duties as assigned.
 

Responsibilities

•  Assesses the patient under the direction of the registered nurse.
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  Contributes to the plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse.
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  Implements the plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse.
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  Participates in the evaluation of expected outcomes and goals under the direction of the registered nurse.
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  Administers treatments as ordered according to policy and procedures under the direction of the registered nurse.
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  Reinforces the health/teaching/education of individuals and groups of patients under the direction of the registered nurse.
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  Participates in activities to improve health care delivery under the direction of the registered nurse.
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  Builds knowledge and experience base regarding clinical leadership.
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  Supports lifelong learning.
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  Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

• Enrolled in an approved nursing program preparing for RN licensure. Completion of one academic year of clinical courses in nursing.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy.

Minimum Required

• BLS certification within 14 days of hire date