Nurse Extern II - Nursing Internship

CHRISTUS Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM seeks a Nurse Extern II to support direct patient care under RN supervision. PRN/per diem position offering hands-on clinical experience for nursing students in active programs.

Responsibilities include recognizing life-threatening cues, assisting with basic nursing tasks, documenting care, and participating in infection control and safety programs, while adhering to HIPAA and hospital policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Identify life-threatening situations and report to RN.
• Observe and report unusual vital signs or symptoms promptly.
• Reports patient/family-related problems and adherence to care routines.
• Demonstrates aseptic/sterile technique and universal precautions.
• Records information accurately and promptly; documents vital changes.
• Assists with laboratory specimens and delivery.
• Adheres to timekeeping; no unexcused absences; limit unscheduled absences.
• Uses supplies properly; records usage and charges.
• Attends in-service programs and departmental meetings (80% attendance).
• Follows hospital and unit policies, dress, and hygiene.
• Follows HIPAA guidelines to protect PHI.

Skills

Nurse Extern II

RN student in clinicals

Enrolled in nursing program

First hospital clinical rotation

Basic nursing tasks

Education

Nursing program enrollment (ADN/BSN)

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