Nurse Extern - Summer 2027 - VCU Medical Center (downtown Richmond)

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems seeks a Nurse Extern to assist with direct and indirect patient care under supervision in a hospital setting. The role runs 36 hours per week for 10 weeks and offers hands-on nursing experience during the short-term program.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, safety, and comfort measures, along with maintaining a clean environment and inventory. Prior nursing coursework is required, with preferred acute care exposure.

Qualifications

• Completion of first semester junior year in BSN program (dependent on school curriculum).
• Associate Degree or Diploma programs require completion of first year or two semesters of basic nursing courses.
• Prior acute care experience is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assist with activities of daily living, comfort care, safety, nutritional support and selected diagnostic/therapeutic tasks under supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment, sterilization, and ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Functions under direction of RN or licensed practitioner in patient care, education, and rounds as needed.

Connaissances

Nursing assistant

Acute care experience

Formation

First-year BSN coursework

Associate Degree / Diploma in Nursing

Description du poste

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, licensed independent practitioner, or manager, the Nurse Extern assists with a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities. These direct activities may include, assistance with activities of daily living, comfort care, safety, nutritional support and performance of selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks and procedures as directed. Indirect patient care activities may include maintaining a clean, safe environment, sterilization and ensuring adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
NOTE: This is a temporary, full-time position of 36 hours a week that will run 10 weeks.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED: N/A
Experience PREFERRED:
Acute care experience as a nursing assistant or aide experience
Education/training REQUIRED:
Completion of first semester junior year in a BSN program dependent upon school curriculum.
Associate Degree and Diploma programs: completion of first year or a minimum of two semesters of basic nursing courses.
Education/training PREFERRED: N/A
Independent action(s) required:
Functions under direction of RN in providing patient care, emotional support, nursing in-services, patient conferences, rounding with physicians and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes, legal issues, directed care which deviates from standard, identify educational resources to meet developmental needs
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.
Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Other: describe exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple Priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Rate: $18.25
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Compensation Rate: $18.25
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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