Nurse Extern II: Med/Surg Immersion + RN Path

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee is offering a Nurse Extern II role within the Best Fit Program. Candidates work on three Specialty Med/Surg units and discuss offers with managers after completing the program.

You will determine which offer best fits career goals for longevity in that specialty unit, then transition to an RN role. One 8-hour shift per week is required; completion of a Med/Surg and pharmacology course is required.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
• Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Course that includes pharmacological concepts.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to interruptions and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, completes activities of daily living, vital sign completion and blood glucose monitoring.
• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based upon an analysis of health, education and developmental needs and patient/family preferences.
• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, evaluates patient response to interventions and effectively communicates observations and patient needs to the Registered Nurse.
• Develops delegation skills appropriate to Health Unit Coordinators, Nursing Assistants and technical roles on unit.
• Administers medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse. The level of clinical judgment and proficiency of skill must be evaluated prior to medication administration.
• Manages an increased number of patients and incorporates principles of time management into shift routine.
• Demonstrates an ability to collect and synthesize relevant patient data accurately identifying patient status and needs.
• Participates in activities in emergency situations under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served and age-specific needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Pharmacology knowledge

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee is offering a Nurse Extern II role within the Best Fit Program. Candidates work on three Specialty Med/Surg units and discuss offers with managers after completing the program.

You will determine which offer best fits career goals for longevity in that specialty unit, then transition to an RN role. One 8-hour shift per week is required; completion of a Med/Surg and pharmacology course is required.