Nurse Extern - Waynesboro Hospital - Summer 2024
SummarySummer 2024 Nurse Extern ProgramProgram dates:
6/3-8/3/2024Extern Orientation:
June 3-71st Unit Rotation - June 9-July 62nd Unit Rotation - July 7 - August 39- week program8- week preceptor clinical experience (2, 4- week rotations)4- day hospital orientation1:
1 experienced RN preceptor.
36 hours per week (Day, Evenings and Nights - including weekends and holidays (will follow preceptor schedule)Paid clinical experiencePA Child Abuse & FBI fingerprint clearances requiredAt completion of program, students may have the ability to continue employment in a Nursing Assistant capacity by working a minimum of 12 hours per month OR continuing in the Extended Extern Program working a minimum of 8 hours per 2 weeks (24 hours/ 6 weeks)Optional - can take up to 36 hours/ 1 week off during program (unpaid)Under supervision of the registered nurse, and as a fully functioning member of the patient care team, provides direct care to patients by performing a variety of duties, including assisting with data collection, provision of care, completion of selected therapeutic interventions, and documentation of care provided for a specified group of patients.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential Accountabilities:
Provides information needed by the registered nurse to coordinate the care and discharge planning for the patient and family.
Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans and positioning.
Assists in the preparation and transportation of patients for tests, procedures, etc.
Monitors patient condition levels; reports changes to the appropriate individuals.
Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse, pain, and department-specific requirements.
Performs selected procedures if demonstrated competency during formal Nurse Extern Program (If Nurse Extern Program completed at medical facility other than York Hospital, skills checklist/competency verification must be provided), such as catheterization, nasogastric tube insertion and care, wound care, administration of tube feedings, enema administration and ostomy care.
Sets up and removes equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is functioning properly and stored appropriately.
Performs EKGs and Point-of-Care testing which may include blood glucose, hemoccult and specific gravity testing.
Runs special errands as required.
Responds to light calls.
Ensures patient rooms, nursing areas, supply carts, etc.
are stocked with appropriate items at required levels.
Maintains par levels of supplies and equipment on assigned unit(s).
Notifies supervisor when reorder points are reached.
Common Expectations:
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population.
Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment.
Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings.
Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
QualificationsNotes:
Other combinations of formal education, training and experience may be considered.
Minimum Education:
Currently enrolled in an approved Nursing program with completion of two clinical semesters.
(Enrollment in an accredited BSN program is preferred.
)Required Certification:
BLS certificationRequired Courses:
Requires completion of a formal Nurse Extern ProgramPhysical Demands:
Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walkingLifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patientsPushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/suppliesConsiderable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching#NE%65389192% %%mednurse%% Recommended Skills Administration Basic Life Support Catheterization Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Data Collection Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
6/3-8/3/2024Extern Orientation:
June 3-71st Unit Rotation - June 9-July 62nd Unit Rotation - July 7 - August 39- week program8- week preceptor clinical experience (2, 4- week rotations)4- day hospital orientation1:
1 experienced RN preceptor.
36 hours per week (Day, Evenings and Nights - including weekends and holidays (will follow preceptor schedule)Paid clinical experiencePA Child Abuse & FBI fingerprint clearances requiredAt completion of program, students may have the ability to continue employment in a Nursing Assistant capacity by working a minimum of 12 hours per month OR continuing in the Extended Extern Program working a minimum of 8 hours per 2 weeks (24 hours/ 6 weeks)Optional - can take up to 36 hours/ 1 week off during program (unpaid)Under supervision of the registered nurse, and as a fully functioning member of the patient care team, provides direct care to patients by performing a variety of duties, including assisting with data collection, provision of care, completion of selected therapeutic interventions, and documentation of care provided for a specified group of patients.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential Accountabilities:
Provides information needed by the registered nurse to coordinate the care and discharge planning for the patient and family.
Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans and positioning.
Assists in the preparation and transportation of patients for tests, procedures, etc.
Monitors patient condition levels; reports changes to the appropriate individuals.
Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse, pain, and department-specific requirements.
Performs selected procedures if demonstrated competency during formal Nurse Extern Program (If Nurse Extern Program completed at medical facility other than York Hospital, skills checklist/competency verification must be provided), such as catheterization, nasogastric tube insertion and care, wound care, administration of tube feedings, enema administration and ostomy care.
Sets up and removes equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is functioning properly and stored appropriately.
Performs EKGs and Point-of-Care testing which may include blood glucose, hemoccult and specific gravity testing.
Runs special errands as required.
Responds to light calls.
Ensures patient rooms, nursing areas, supply carts, etc.
are stocked with appropriate items at required levels.
Maintains par levels of supplies and equipment on assigned unit(s).
Notifies supervisor when reorder points are reached.
Common Expectations:
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population.
Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment.
Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings.
Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
QualificationsNotes:
Other combinations of formal education, training and experience may be considered.
Minimum Education:
Currently enrolled in an approved Nursing program with completion of two clinical semesters.
(Enrollment in an accredited BSN program is preferred.
)Required Certification:
BLS certificationRequired Courses:
Requires completion of a formal Nurse Extern ProgramPhysical Demands:
Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walkingLifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patientsPushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/suppliesConsiderable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching#NE%65389192% %%mednurse%% Recommended Skills Administration Basic Life Support Catheterization Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Data Collection Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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