Nurse Extern: Acute Care Support (Temp, 10 Weeks)

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Nurse Extern to assist with direct and indirect patient care under supervision. The role supports activities of daily living, comfort, safety, and basic diagnostic tasks in a fast-paced inpatient setting. The position is time-limited to 10 weeks.

Applicants should include school name, degree and anticipated graduation date on the resume. AHA BLS HCP Certification is required for hire. Acute care experience is preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Completion of first semester junior year in a BSN program dependent upon school curriculum.
• Associate Degree and Diploma programs: completion of first year or a minimum of two semesters of basic nursing courses.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Functions under direction of RN providing patient care and emotional support.
• Rounding with physicians and problem solving in accordance with unit policy/procedure.

Skills

Empathy

Problem solving

Communication

Education

First semester BSN program

Associate Degree or Diploma: first year nursing courses

Job description

VCU Health is seeking a Nurse Extern to assist with direct and indirect patient care under supervision. The role supports activities of daily living, comfort, safety, and basic diagnostic tasks in a fast-paced inpatient setting. The position is time-limited to 10 weeks.

Applicants should include school name, degree and anticipated graduation date on the resume. AHA BLS HCP Certification is required for hire. Acute care experience is preferred for this role.