Nurse Extern - ICU

Valley Baptist Health System; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision

401(k) matching

PTO

Education programs

HSAs/FSAs

Employee discounts

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Valley Baptist Health System in Harlingen, Texas, invites nursing students to join a Nurse Extern development program. This role offers expanded clinical experience and supports the RN staff in patient care planning, implementation, and evaluation under supervision.

Eligible candidates are currently enrolled in an accredited RN program and will have completed their first clinical rotation. AHA BLS certification is required or in progress, with a focus on hands-on skill development and patient

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited RN program and progressing to first clinical rotation.
• RN program enrollment required; no prior RN work experience needed.
• AHA BLS certification required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN staff by performing patient care activities and planning.
• Participate in care implementation, observation and evaluation under supervision.
• Report significant observations to a Registered Nurse.

Education

RN program enrollment

Completion of first clinical rotation

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That's Why We Offer More Than a Job - We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

This is a developmental program for nursing students who want to develop multiple and varied clinical skills in a multiple nursing specialities. This position requires participation in a guided training and development program alinged to the scope outlines by the State-specific Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

The Nurse Extern role is designed to provide expanded clinical experience for RN nursing students and to assist the Registered Nursing staff by performing patient care activities, which includes participating in patient care planning, implementation, observation, and evaluation, as well as reporting significant observations toa Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

Education

Required: Currently enrolled in an accredited RN program, and upon completion of first clinical rotation.

Experience

Required: None.

Certifications

Required: AHA BLS

Organization Description

We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Education

Required: Currently enrolled in an accredited RN program, and upon completion of first clinical rotation.

Experience

Required: None.

Certifications

Required: AHA BLS

The Nurse Extern role is designed to provide expanded clinical experience for RN nursing students and to assist the Registered Nursing staff by performing patient care activities, which includes participating in patient care planning, implementation, observation, and evaluation, as well as reporting significant observations toa Registered Nurse.