Nurse Extern II - Rehab

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Career development

Continuing education

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Employee discount program

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare in Detroit, MI seeks an Nurse Extern II in Rehabilitation to assist with patient care under supervision. The role focuses on gaining hands-on experience while supporting RNs on the floor.

Responsibilities include aiding ADLs, taking vitals, and assisting with patient transfers under guidance. This position emphasizes learning and adherence to nursing program requirements.

Qualifications

• Can apply starting six months before graduation from an accredited nursing school.
• Must pass all senior courses required to remain in the nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) for patients.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient conditions.
• Support ambulation and transfer of patients as needed.
• Perform duties within the scope of a patient care technician or equivalent.
• Work closely with an experienced RN each shift for instruction and mentorship.
• Report all deviations from expected patient parameters to the RN.
• Adapt to a wide variety of patient care tasks that may vary in type and frequency across units or service lines.

Education

Nursing student

Senior courses required

Job description

Nurse Extern II – Rehabilitation

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us. In this vital position you will provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience throughout their healthcare journey.

Overview

The Nurse Extern II (NE II) is a key member of the patient care services team, responsible for technical, multi‑skilled direct and indirect patient care activities. The NE II works under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) who delegates tasks based on patient needs and the NE II’s skills and abilities. The NE II reports any deviations from expected patient parameters to the RN and participates in the assigned clinical area under guidance and ongoing feedback.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) for patients.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient conditions.
• Support ambulation and transfer of patients as needed.
• Perform duties within the scope of a patient care technician or equivalent.
• Work closely with an experienced RN each shift for instruction and mentorship.
• Report all deviations from expected patient parameters to the RN.
• Adapt to a wide variety of patient care tasks that may vary in type and frequency across units or service lines.

Qualifications

• Can apply starting six months before graduation from an accredited nursing school.
• Must pass all senior courses required to remain in the nursing program.

Benefits

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

EEO Statement

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. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program.