Student Nurse Extern: Hands-On Patient Care & ECG Skills

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Nurse Aide to support patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, vital sign measurements, and mobility. The role includes documenting care and maintaining clean patient spaces within a hospital setting.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, RN program status, Nurse Aide I/II registry listing, and Basic Life Support certification. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Currently in good standing in Registered Nurse academic program required.
• Junior year completed by Nurse Extern program date required.
• Current listing with the DFS Nurse Aide Registry as Nurse Aide I & II prior to start date required.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supports patients/residents with activities of daily living.
• Assists patients/residents with personal hygiene.
• Takes vital signs and height and weight measurements.
• Feeds and ambulates patients/residents according to specific procedures.
• Maintains patient/resident's rooms in a clean and orderly condition.
• Observes and reports changes in patient/resident conditions.
• Orients patients/families to unit and instructs patient on safety measures.
• Assists with clerical work such as answering phones, entering data & maintaining medical records.
• Maintains stock supply items in inventory management.
• Performs duties as outlined in Nurse Aide I/II tasks per state Boards.
• Performs 12-Lead EKG and routine venipuncture.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Hygiene assistance

Mobility assistance

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide I/II certification

Tools

12-Lead EKG

Venipuncture

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Nurse Aide to support patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, vital sign measurements, and mobility. The role includes documenting care and maintaining clean patient spaces within a hospital setting.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, RN program status, Nurse Aide I/II registry listing, and Basic Life Support certification. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.