Student Nurse Extern: Hands-on Patient Care & Vital Signs

Atrium Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Concord, NC is seeking a Nurse Aide to support daily living activities, personal care, and basic clinical tasks for patients. The role involves vital sign measurements, assisting with hygiene, and maintaining orderly patient rooms.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, Nurse Aide I/II certification, and Basic Life Support. Training includes ECG administration and venipuncture as needed to support the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Currently in good standing in Registered Nurse academic program required.
• Current listing with the DFS Nurse Aide Registry prior to start date.required
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• Behavioral Health externs: High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Help with personal hygiene and meal support.
• Take vital signs and record measurements.
• Maintain clean and orderly patient rooms.
• Observe changes and report to healthcare team.
• Perform basic clerical tasks and data entry.
• Administer 12-Lead ECG and routine venipuncture with training.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Safety awareness

Clerical tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide I/II certification

Job description

Atrium Health in Concord, NC is seeking a Nurse Aide to support daily living activities, personal care, and basic clinical tasks for patients. The role involves vital sign measurements, assisting with hygiene, and maintaining orderly patient rooms.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, Nurse Aide I/II certification, and Basic Life Support. Training includes ECG administration and venipuncture as needed to support the care team.