Nurse Extern II - Nursing Internship

CHRISTUS Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM seeks a Nurse Extern II to assist with direct patient care under RN supervision, supporting hospitalized patients and adhering to department policies.

PRN and Per Diem As Needed, the role targets nursing students who have completed their first clinical rotation and are in good standing, offering hands-on experience while following HIPAA and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Nurse Extern II - students in RN school in clinicals
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain either an associate degree or bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse
• Must have completed their first hospital clinical rotation and be in good standing in the nursing program
• Proficient in basic nursing tasks

Responsibilities

• Life-threatening situations identified and reported to the RN; initiates basic life support when needed.
• Observes and reports unusual symptoms to the nurse (e.g., abnormal V/S, IV site redness).
• Reports patient/family-related problems, including dissatisfaction with care routines.
• Demonstrates aseptic/sterile technique and follows universal precautions.
• Records information accurately and promptly; reports changes in patient condition.
• Assists with laboratory specimens collection or delivery.
• Follows timekeeping system and avoids unexcused absences.
• Uses supplies correctly and documents usage in the medical record.
• Participates in 80% of in-service programs and departmental meetings.
• Follows hospital/unit policies and HIPAA guidelines to protect PHI.
• Completes required educational requirements in a timely manner.

Education

Student in RN program (clinicals)

First hospital clinical rotation completed

Good standing in nursing program

Proficient in basic nursing tasks

Job description

Summary

Under the supervision and/or direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern II performs various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern II can assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern II may be assigned other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies, procedures, and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Life-threatening situations are readily identified and reported to the R.N. Initiates and assists with basic life support when needed.
• Observes/reports unusual symptoms to the nurse, i.e., abnormal V/S; IV site redness, edema; suspicious areas of skin breakdown accurately and promptly.
• Reports patient/family-related problems, i.e., patient’s dissatisfaction/refusal of nursing care routines; departure from activity advancements or restrictions.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the aseptic/sterile technique. Follows universal precautions.
• Records information accurately and promptly. Reports change in patient’s condition and/or vital signs.
• Assists with laboratory specimens, i.e., collection or delivery.
• Complies with timekeeping system. Accrues no unexcused absences, and no more than three unscheduled absences.
• Uses supplies and equipment appropriately documents use in the medical record and records charges appropriately.
• Participates in 80% of prescribed in-service programs and departmental meetings. When unable to attend (20% max) follow up to obtain information discussed.
• Follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene.
• Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies, and departmental policies.
• Attends infection control and safety programs.
• Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules.
• Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Associate timely completes all required educational requirements.

Requirements

Education/Skills

• Nurse Extern II - students in RN school in clinicals
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain either an associate degree or bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse
• Must have completed their first hospital clinical rotation and be in good standing in the nursing program
• Proficient in basic nursing tasks

Experience

• Six (6) months of experience in patient care preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• AHA BLS required within 2 weeks of employment
• Provides updated transcript at beginning of semester

Work Schedule

PRN

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed