Nurse Extern I - Nursing Internship

CHRISTUS Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, LA, offers a student nurse opportunity to work under an RN, gain experience in nursing processes and practice, and assist in patient care. The role may involve CNA duties as approved by the manager, with PRN, per diem as needed.

Responsibilities include following safety and privacy policies, documenting vitals and care, and participating in patient/family education. Requires basic computer knowledge, effective communication, a high school diploma, and enrollment in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program or recent graduate with pending licensure.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge for charting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintains policies and professional behavior in line with departmental guidelines.
• Promotes a safe environment and follows infection control standards.
• Assists in patient care under RN supervision and participates in education sessions.
• Documents vital signs, intake/output and weights accurately.
• Greets patients, orients to room and equipment, and provides linens as needed.

Skills

Basic Computer Knowledge

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in nursing program or pending licensure

Job description

Summary:

This position provides the student nurse an opportunity to work under the direction of a registered nurse and to gain experience in the areas of nursing professional, nursing processes and nursing practice. This hands-on experience will include educational sessions, job shadow, assist in patient care. May provide patient care in a CNA role as approved by manager (see CNA position description).

Responsibilities:

• Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
• Implements measures to promote a safe environment for patients and others.
• Follows nursing safety standards in the delivery of patient care.
• Follows approved policies and procedures for infection control.
• Follows policies and procedures for "high risk for falls" and "restraints".
• Identifies, reports, and appropriately intervenes in safety hazards.
• Practices universal precautions by appropriate disposal of waste, hazardous waste, sharps, and wearing personal protective equipment.
• Keeps patient rooms and other common patient areas free from potential hazards.
• Respects the patient’s right to privacy by protecting confidential information unless obligated or allowed by law to disclose the information.
• Follows policies and procedures for "no information patients".
• Awareness of conversations held at nursing stations.
• No participation in conversations outside patient care environment.
• Assists in the provision of individualized goal directed nursing care.
• Assists in admission process; greets the patient, provides linens/gown, orients patient to room and equipment.
• Provides patient care feedback to the team leader or other responsible person to achieve patient care objective.
• Takes vital signs on admission and at intervals as the patient's condition warrants.
• Accurately records vital signs, intake and output and weights.
• Immediately notifies team leader of any abnormal data.
• Documents clearly and concisely on appropriate forms according to policy.
• Participates in patient/family education.
• Educates patients/family on environmental and safety policies.
• Acts on direction from team leader in regards to providing ongoing education and reinforcement of teaching plan.
• Reports any identified teaching needs to the team leader.

Requirements:

• Basic Computer Knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain current BCLS.
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program or recent graduate with pending licensure

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed