Nurse Extern - Telemetry Per Diem Day

Jupiter Medical Center; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 13,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Jupiter Medical Center is hiring a Nurse Extern to join the nursing team under RN supervision. You contribute to patient comfort by performing assigned tasks while progressing from nursing student to licensed nurse.

Requires enrollment in an accredited program and potential CNA/BLS prerequisites. Position emphasizes Relationship Based Care, with a structured Pathway for data-driven decisions and collaborative practice.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited nursing program with first-semester completion, including fundamentals of nursing.
• Two letters of recommendation from a nursing school instructor (one may be from an employer).
• Evidence of progress toward graduation for each subsequent semester must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RN under supervision by performing assigned tasks to support patient care.
• Contribute to patient comfort and well‑being within the scope of practice.
• Engage with the six dimensions of Relationship Based Care: Resources, Teamwork, Care Delivery, Outcomes, Professional Practice, and Leadership.
• Participate in team decisions using the JMC Pathway for data‑driven improvement.

Skills

Relationship Building

Peer Support

Inspiring & Motivating

Emotional Intelligence

Integrity

Change & Innovation

Effective Communication

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

CNA licensure (FL) - preferred

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Two letters of recommendation

Continued enrollment each semester proof

Extern tenure cap: 2.5 years

Job description

Education

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program with completion of the first semester including fundamentals of nursing course or recent graduate of an accredited program within 6 months.

Experience / Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant licensure in the state of Florida Preferred.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
• Two letters of recommendation from a nursing school instructor, one may be from an employer.
• For each subsequent semester, must provide evidence (transcript, grade report) of continued enrollment and progress toward graduation as a nurse.
• An employee may remain a Nurse Extern for a maximum of two and one-half years.

Position Summary

The Nurse Extern is a member of the nursing team who contributes to the comfort and well-being of the patients by performing specifically assigned tasks and works under the direction of the Registered Nurse within the scope of practice.

• Our staff have the responsibility, accountability, & authority to provide Safe Passage for our patients and families by utilizing the six dimensions of Relationship Based Care: Resources, Teamwork, Care Delivery, Outcomes, Professional Practice, and Leadership.
• Our model of shared decision-making provides a structure for team members to drive practice decisions that impact the practice environment and patient outcomes starting at the unit level and ultimately throughout the medical center. Participation and collaboration are encouraged and supported.
• Our enterprise-wide decision system, the JMC Pathway, provides the structure, methodologies, and tools needed to support objective, data-driven decision-making. The Pathway delivers excellence always, to both our physicians and customers, by maximizing the value generated from every hospital process and function. Team member participation, support, and active use of JMC Pathway concepts and tools are required.

Team Member Competencies

Establishing Relationships

Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.

Peer Support

Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.

Inspiring and Motivating Others

Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.

Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence

Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.

Acting with Integrity

Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.

Being a Champion for Change and Innovation

Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Things creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes. Accepts new ways of doing things and adapts to change.

Communicating Effectively

Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.

Promoting Diversity and Inclusion

Treats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics. Challenges bias and intolerance. Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction and communication. Shows respect for the beliefs of others; encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity; discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

This job can be physically demanding at times requiring stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time. The team member will need to frequently assist lifting patients and heavy equipment. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, work independently, making sound decisions, detail oriented, alert, and self-motivated. Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs, carry and lift up to 50lbs.

Threshold Requirements

• These threshold requirements are required and completed yearly basis.
• Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation.
• TB/PPD Surveillance Program
• Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).