Job Description

The Nurse Extern works at the direction of the Registered Nurse providing patient care and general duties in the Hospital. Provides direct care for the patients as assigned, answers call lights, performs courier and transporter functions, and acts as a unit clerk as needed, collects data through a variety of means including observation and through the use of instrumentation. Assists in the provision of care to patients of all age groups.

Qualifications

BLS trained or successful completion of BLS course within 3 months of hire required. Currently enrolled in a professional school of nursing or completion of an STNA program with an acceptance letter to a professional school of nursing. Ongoing enrollment in a professional school of nursing is required. Completion of two clinical nursing courses (at least on foundation of nursing course and one medical-surgical course) preferred. Minimum of one year of clinical experience also preferred.