Graduate Nurse Extern (6440)

Regional One Health

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Regional One Health in Memphis, TN, invites applications for a Nursing Assistant role in the Rout Neonatal ICU on the night shift. Under direct supervision of a professional nurse, you will provide essential nursing care to neonates, following the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Duties include delivering care per medical regime and plan, documenting assessments, assisting with patient teaching, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality, and preparing

Qualifications

Completion of the course requirements for graduation from an Associate’s Degree, Diploma or Bachelor of Science program in nursing (Required).
Qualified to work with a broad patient population (neonate to geriatrics) as assigned (Required).
NCLEX must be taken; second attempt may lead to ancillary role if unsuccessful (Required).
RN licensure in TN or compact state within 90 days (Required).
BCLS certification upon hire (Required).
Experience in patient care from approved nursing program (Required).

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care according to medical regime and nursing plan for patients.
Assesses, plans and implements patient care consistent with policies and safety practices.
Performs duties specific to clinical area excluding medications, IVs, and blood products.
Implements patient teaching using defined objectives and evaluation.
Documents assessments and clinical judgments.
Monitors patient status and responses to treatment.
Reports unusual findings to healthcare team.
Maintains patient records and charting; uses computer systems for data entry/retrieval.
Responds to emergencies and assists with CPR as needed.
Ensures confidentiality per HIPAA and organizational policies.
Participates in mandatory trainings and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Documentation

Infection control

Patient safety

Education

Associate’s Degree, Diploma or BSN in nursing

Tools

BCLS (Basic Life Support)

NCLEX readiness

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Rout Neonatal ICU - Memphis, TN 38103Position Type: PRNEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: NightJob Category: Nursing Services

A Brief Overview

Under direct supervision of a professional nurse, responsible for providing nursing care to patients (excluding medication administration, IV's and blood/blood products) within assigned clinical unit utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.

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 responsiveness 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.

QualificationsQualifications

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 Required
All Graduate Nurse Externs are required to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX); If 2nd attempt unsuccessful, may work in an ancillary role. within 90 Days Required and
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 Required and
BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Experience in patient care as obtained through completion of an approved nursing program Required

Physical Demands