Nurse Extern - Ortho

Tenet Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing ed

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare Corporation in Tucson's Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital seeks an Extern I who will work under RN supervision to deliver compassionate patient care, assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and support the care team in a busy acute care setting.

This externship emphasizes safety, relationship-based care, and exposure to a stroke center; candidates must be enrolled in an RN program, have a high school diploma or GED, and hold an active CPR credential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited RN program.
• Active CPR certification.
• Completed first clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under the direction of an RN or Clinical Manager and assist with activities of daily living.
• Measure and record vital signs; monitor intake and output.
• Report changes in patient conditions to an RN promptly.
• Assist with bathing, oral/denture care, and shampooing.
• Observe and report skin integrity and reposition patients to prevent breakdown.
• Apply anti-embolism stockings and sequential compression devices as directed.

Skills

CPR

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in accredited RN program

Completed 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 apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, 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

Job Summary

The Extern I completes work in accordance with standards of the specific environment under the direct supervision of the RN or Clinical Manager. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients in our advanced facilities that include a primary stroke center. The Extern I is required to provide an excellent patient experience consistent with Relationship-Based Care. Follows established policy and procedures as directed. Performs all job duties in a safe manner with respect to safety and to self and others. Equipment and supplies maintained, monitored, and malfunctions reported to manager. Uses time management and flexibility in organizing and prioritizing workload to provide optimal service to the department and network. Accountable for performing and providing quality patient care in the specific environment. Effectively performs direct patient care tasks to assist licensed personnel. Recognize and respect cultural and spiritual differences and demonstrate culturally competent care.

Responsibilities

• Provide specific nursing care under the direction of an RN or Clinical Manager and ensure that activities of daily living are provided; including hygiene, mobility, and feeding.
• Measure and record vital signs. Monitor and record intake and output measurement.
• Measure oxygenation with pulse oximetry.
• Obtain weight using standing, sling, bed, or chair scale.
• Report patient complaints of pain.
• Report observations of changes in patient’s conditions such as vital signs and level of consciousness to an RN in a timely manner.
• Perform or assist with bathing, oral/denture care and shampooing.
• Observe for changes in skin integrity and ensure that patients receive adequate position changes to prevent skin breakdown.
• Measure for, apply, and remove anti-embolism stockings.
• Apply and remove sequential-compression devices.
• Apply and remove Buck’s traction after initial application by RN or PT.
• Provide care, as directed by the RN according to the SKIN bundle.
• Implement fall prevention interventions as directed by the RN.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
  • Education:High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Currently enrolled in accredited registered nursing program and has completed their first clinical rotation.
  • Licensure/Certification: Active CPR
• Preferred Requirements
  • Experience:
    • Knowledge of hospital environment desired.
    • Previous hospital and/or health care related experience preferred.
    • Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays and/or weekends.
    • Must be able to perform required duties, including lifting and transferring, using proper body mechanics.
    • Basic computer skills

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Organization Description

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!

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