Nurse Extern Tier II
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
- Prestonsburg, KY
- Temporary
- Part-time
and direction of a Registered Nurse who may delegate subversion to other Team Member such as; Licensed Practical Nurse and/or State Registered Nursing Assistant. In addition, the Nurse Extern can gain additional clinical practice to enhance their preparation as future licensed nurses Responsibilities:Under the continuous direct on-site supervision of a Certified Nursing Assistant:
- Interprets plan of medical care and provides input on nursing care plan and assist in the following provided they have been deemed clinically competent by their nursing instructor.
- Completes the nursing assessment form with oversight and approval of RN.
- Provides personal care including bath, shampoo, shave, back rub, positions changes, makes beds, prepares patients for meals, feeds patients and passes ice water.
- Answers call lights and bells promptly to determine and meet patient needs.
- Collects specimens, stool, urine, sputum, etc.
- Collects input and output and records appropriately.
- Collects and records vital signs on patient. Obtains and records pertinent patient information per hospital policy.
- Assist and/or feeds patients. (enteral feedings included), provides between meal nourishments, provides fresh drinking water and encourages fluids when indicated.
- Assists in progressive ambulation of patients by wheelchair, stretcher and bed.
- Administers enemas, douches and inserts rectal tubes and documents appropriately.
- Applies ace bandages and elastic stockings and sequential compression devices.
- Inserts catheters and feeding tubes.
- Applies restraints and side rails to ensure safety of patients.
- Observes isolation technique and give direct care to patients in isolation.
- Assists in ostomy care and education.
- Set up orthopedic appliances.
- Maintains records and reports necessary information in regard to patient care.
- Prepares patients for surgery and other therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Maintains a safe environment for patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Enrollment in Board of Nursing approved School of Nursing Registered Nurse Program
- Completion of basic Nursing Fundamentals and/or Certified Nursing Assistant Course
- Current Transcripts and Copy of Skills Evaluation on basic procedures
- Recommendation Letter from 2 Instructors
- N/A
- Ability to function in and adapt appropriately to a fast-moving, cross-unit team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Prior experience handling confidential matters with appropriate discretion.
- To handle multiple, simultaneous tasks in a timely manner.
- Collaborative attitude with the many different departments.
- Must maintain positive, professional communications skills when working with co-workers
- Detail oriented