Med/Surg Nurse Extern: Hands-On RN Mentorship

FirstHealth of the Carolinas; Rockingham (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas in Rockingham, North Carolina is seeking a Nurse Extern, a temporary position designed for nursing students to gain practical experience. The extern will be co-assigned with a registered nurse and will perform both direct and indirect patient care under supervision.

Key responsibilities include assisting with patient care, maintaining cleanliness in care areas, and accurately reporting patient concerns. Candidates must be in the final year of a nursing program and available for various shifts.

Qualifications

• Students must be in good standing in a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and shift rotations.
• Co-assigned with a RN and under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurse in providing direct patient care.
• Perform routine treatment procedures according to nursing care plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient care areas.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Basic nursing skills

Education

Final year of Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

FirstHealth of the Carolinas in Rockingham, North Carolina is seeking a Nurse Extern, a temporary position designed for nursing students to gain practical experience. The extern will be co-assigned with a registered nurse and will perform both direct and indirect patient care under supervision.

Key responsibilities include assisting with patient care, maintaining cleanliness in care areas, and accurately reporting patient concerns. Candidates must be in the final year of a nursing program and available for various shifts.