Candidates must be a nursing student who is currently enrolled in a BSN program
The next 10-week program runs June 7, 2027 through August 20, 2027
Location: Rehab Hospital - Center Valley + Inpatient Pediatrics + LTACH (You will rotate between these locations)
JOB SUMMARY
The Nurse Extern is a participant in a 10 week summer program for nursing students. They must have completed a minimum of 1 medical surgical clinical nursing course in an accredited school of nursing and must have current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Provider with the American Heart Association). The nurse extern program is designed to provide the nursing student with an opportunity to strengthen and reinforce his or her knowledge and skill in the practice of nursing under the direct supervision of a registered nurse preceptor and ease the transition of the realities of the work world. The nurse extern will follow his or her preceptor’s work schedule and will assist with the care for that nurse’s patients. All nurse externs will be required to attend or view all classroom presentations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PATIENT / CUSTOMER
Essential Accountabilities Assessment:
Identifies the patient per hospital policy before carrying out functions.
Assists with data collection for nursing history and physical.
Participates in therapeutic communication.
Includes available auxiliary information i.e., physician, lab, x-ray.
Provides information to the registered nurse for coordination of care and discharge planning including both the patient and family.
Observes skin changes and reports discoloration, abrasions, infestations or skin breakdown.
Planning
Participates with patient/family and the healthcare team in decisions related to the care plan of the patient.
Assists in setting mutually agreed upon realistic individual patient goals.
Receives report form the RN on the patient’s plan of care.
Gives on coming shift handoff report under direct supervision of the RN
Intervention
Promotes infection control.
Follows standard precautions and any other isolation precautions as dictated by the patient's condition.
Maintains a safe environment and protects the patient from injury. Supports the observer in one to one/constant observation situation.
Observes or monitors behavior/health state and responses to therapy.
Temperature, Pulse, Respiration
Blood Pressure
Neurological Checks
Vascular Checks
Pain Assessment/Level of Sedation
Height and Weight
Intake and Output
Communicates pertinent observations to appropriate members of the health care team under the direct supervision of the RN.
Participates in multidisciplinary rounds on the patient care unit.
Participates in staff meetings.
Works in collaboration with all members of the healthcare team.
Reports findings to nurse concerning the patient and or family which may impact patient care.
Performs bed bath, tub bath, shower.
Participates in the prevention and treatment of skin breakdown.
Assists patient with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, eating, feeding, range of motion, ambulating, transferring.
Applies current accepted methods of heat and cold therapy.
Provides for the patient’s oral dietary needs using currently accepted methods.
Provides for the elimination needs by giving a bed pan, urinal or implementing he bowel program under the direction of the nurse.
Inserts urinary catheter under direct supervision of the RN.
Removes urinary catheter under direct supervision of the RN
Assists with colostomy irrigations under the direct supervision of the RN.
Applies condom catheter.
Administers cleansing enemas as ordered under direct supervision of the RN.
Assists with suctioning under direct supervision of RN.
Performs post mortem care under direct supervision of the RN.
Assists the physician to perform physical exams.
Assists with oxygen therapy only and does not regulate the flow of oxygen.
Encourage the use of the pulmonary toilet by using the incentive spirometer, coughing, turning and deep breathing.
Assists with Hoyer/ceiling lifts.
Reinforces health care instruction to patients according to the directions of the nurse.
Displays competence in using the following equipment:
Pulse oximeter
Bladder scanner
12 Lead ECG
Glucometer
Documentation
Documents assessment data, interventions and patient outcome results on patient documents.
Documents using complete signature, status “nurse extern,” date and time on all charted entries.
All admission assessments and head-to-toe assessments need to be validated with a signature of the RN preceptor.
Evaluation
Seeks and utilizes feedback regarding nursing care to determine necessary changes in the care plan.
PATIENT/ EMPLOYEE SAFETY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Non-Patient Care
Participates in Entity and Department wide initiatives for Patient /Employee safety.
Demonstrates an awareness of patient/employee safety when carrying out daily responsibilities of their position.
Patient Care Providers
Participates in Entity and Department wide initiatives for
Patient/Employee safety.
Demonstrates an awareness of patient/employee safety when carrying out daily responsibilities of their position.
Validation of annual competencies required for the position.
Identifies the patient per policy i.e. uses two unique identifiers.
Aware of the Safe Medical Devise Act.
Aware of the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Carries out fire and safety regulation.
Identifies where the oxygen safety valve is located.
Makes occupied or unoccupied bed.
Cleans and restocks equipment as needed.
Observes radiation precautions.
Demonstrates proper body mechanics when moving and lifting.
Alerts the nurse to the sounding of alarms. Does not change settings or rates on equipment.
Observes HIPAA regulations.
Knows limits of responsibilities and seeks guidance as appropriate.
Observes chemotherapy precautions.
Identifies emergency equipment on the unit.
Items not to be Performed
Intravenous therapy
Medication Administration
Taking of Verbal Orders
Central Line Care/Procedure
Total Parental Nutrition Administration
Chemotherapy Administration
Blood Administration
Items to be performed by the nurse extern under the direct supervision of a RN (RN is present in the room as care is delivered
Urinary Catheter Insertion
Suctioning
Tracheostomy Care
Enteral Feedings
Simple Dressing Changes
Discontinuing an Intravenous Line
Venipuncture under the direct supervision of the RN
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
High School Diploma required
Must be registered in an accredited school of nursing with completion of 1 medical surgical clinical nursing course required
Work Experience
1 medical surgical clinical rotation is required.
Licenses / Certifications
Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required
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This is achieved through reinforcing the fundamentals of nursing education, theoretical knowledge, awareness of the role of the professional nurse and the understanding of organizational structure and operations. As the Nurse Intern is not a registered nurse, they will not administer medications in any form, initiate blood transfusions or administer or monitor any blood products. Performs patient treatments that are within the scope of unlicensed assistive personnel under the supervision of an RN Obtains and records vital signs (not including blood administration vital signs) and collects specimens as directed by the RN. Provides ADLs, including but not limited to toileting, hygiene, monitoring intake and output, meal serving, setting up, and feeding patients, measured by patient and preceptor feedback. Provides mobility activities including range of motion exercises, transferring, and ambulating of patients, as measured by direct preceptor and supervisory observation. 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Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching Hazards: Bodily fluid/bloodborne exposure Radiation/radiant energy Working conditions: Occasional noise, vibration, wet and/or humid, odors. Travel: The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis Total Rewards Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and disability protection Retirement benefits including an employer match And more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. Pay Transparency Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Pay Range Minimum: USD $18.38/Hr. Pay Range Maximum: USD $18.38/Hr. We love the difference people bring We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for serving on the patient care team for an assigned area including direct patient care as an unlicensed professional and under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Incorporates the primary job functions of a certified nursing assistant (CNA), patient care technician (PCT), medication aide, and other duties related to the care of patients, dependent upon the work area and/or patient populations to which they are assigned. Provides professional care within the educational background and in compliance with any applicable licensure/certification requirement and organization policy and procedures. Reports to Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse, Administrative Manager or licensed nurses (LPN/RN). Must have active Nebraska CNA and be listed on the DHHS Medication Aide Registry. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. 2. *Recognizes and reacts to emergency procedures per role and policies/procedures. 3. *Administers medications according to policy under the supervision and direction of the Licensed Nurse. 4. *Provides additional patient care under the direction of the Licensed Nurse once competencies are completed (ie: remove IV, foley, etc.). 5. *Answers telephones and assigned communication devices as appropriate and relays information as necessary. Refers all physician telephone orders to a licensed professional. 6. Assists in collecting specific information from patients and contributes to admission, transfer and dismissal processes when delegated by a Licensed Nurse, and with responsibility for patient assessment being performed by a Licensed Nurse; ensures timely reporting and recording of patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR). 7. *Assists with patient care that is consistent with standards of care and clinical priorities determined by the Licensed Nurse with the nature of the area/unit, patient care division policies and procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management and infection control practices. 8. *Performs and documents routine direct nursing care tasks according to identified age-specific needs. 9. Obtains and records vitals, height, weight and bedside glucose results; reports results to appropriate personnel. 10. *Performs Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for assigned patients and documents in the EMR. 11. *Responsible for labeling and securing patient care belongings and ensuring that the patient room is safe and uncluttered. 12. *Distributes patient’s meals/water and assists with feeding of patients as needed. 13. Assists with ambulation, lifting and positioning according to procedure, including the appropriate use of patient lift devices and use of good body mechanics. 14. Assists with transporting patients, including at time of transfer and/or dismissal. 15. *Assists patients with elimination needs and measures/records bodily elimination in medical record. 16. Bathes patients as directed by the Licensed Nurse. 17. Participates as a member of the team in Hourly Patient Rounds to proactively address patient needs. 18. Provides close observation or one-to-one care, as directed by the Licensed Nurse, to prevent patients from wandering or potential injury. 19. Collects, accurately labels and transports specimens to lab as required. 20. Assists with dressing changes, applying splints, setting up suturing and procedures, and wound care on closed wounds as directed by Licensed Nurse. 21. *Cleans, stocks and cares for supplies and equipment in assigned work area. 22. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. 23. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned. 24. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned. (Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*”. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Maintains clinical competency as required for the unit of assignment including but not limited to population-specific competencies and participates in annual skill competency verification. 2. Knowledge of general medication administration. 3. Knowledge of general hospital processes and procedures. 4. Knowledge of computer equipment and software applications relevant to work functions. 5. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment related to changing patient needs, including work with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes, and those who are dying. 7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with health care team members and diverse populations. 8. Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information. 9. Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and customer/patient safety. 10. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision. 11. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Active Nebraska Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential required. Current listing on DHHS Medication Aide Registry required. Current enrollment and in good standing in a Nursing Program such as an accredited Baccalaureate Nursing Program or RN Associate Degree program required. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS: Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.) (DOT) – Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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