Graduate Nurse Extern (3631)

Regional One Health

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Regional One Health in Memphis, TN is seeking a RN to provide patient care in Medicine Stepdown on an as-needed (PRN) basis. The role requires adhering to nursing plans, policies, and safety protocols, with focus on quality patient outcomes and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree in Nursing, TN RN license (or compact) within 90 days, and demonstrated ability to work with diverse age groups, from neonate to geriatric as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduate nurses must take the NCLEX upon hire.
TN RN licensure and/or Compact State Licensure; must obtain licensure in TN within 90 days.
Experience in patient care as part of an approved nursing program.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care per medical regime and nursing plan.
Assess, plan, and implement patient care with safety focus.
Document assessment, care, and charting in patient records.
Teach patients and families and evaluate progress.
Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Documentation

Team communication

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Tools

Nursing information systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Medicine Stepdown - Memphis, TN 38103
Position Type: PRN
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Nursing Services

What you will do

Provides nursing care according to medical regime and the nursing plan appropriate for the patients' conditions and according to established standards, policies and procedures.
Assesses, plans and implements care of assigned patient consistent with patient care policies and procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices and patient safety practices.
Performs duties specific to clinical area, except administration of medications, IV's and blood/blood products.
Implements patient teaching outlines including objectives, content, teaching strategies and evaluation of patient progress.
Documents assessment and other clinical judgments.
Performs continual clinical assessment and monitors patient clinical status and responses to treatment. Records and reports any unusual findings to Patient Care Coordinator/Registered Nurse/Physician or other applicable healthcare team member.
Demonstrates ability to manage the care of patients with conditions common to the unit.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care and meet age‑specific patient needs.
Transports patients' charts, specimens, equipment and supplies.
Interacts and communicates in a customer‑responsive and courteous manner in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction; works collaboratively with medical/hospital staff and patients to coordinate and implement patient care.
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.
Responds appropriately to emergency situations and notifies appropriate personnel; initiates and/or assists with basic CPR procedures.
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).
Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements; attends staff meetings, all mandatory in‑service and additional continuing education as required; responds to problems/opportunities to improve care; supports and participates in the organization’s Performance Improvement initiatives.
Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel; adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement patient safety, environment and infection control standards.
Provides coverage for relief and absences as required.

Qualifications

Completion of the course requirements for graduation from an Associate’s Degree, Diploma or Bachelor of Science program in nursing.
Required and 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.
All Graduate Nurse Externs are required to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) upon hire.
RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure. Must obtain licensure to work in the State of TN as an RN within 90 days.
Experience in patient care as obtained through completion of an approved nursing program.

Physical Demands