Nurse Extern I - Nursing Internship - PRN Job at CHRISTUS Health, Longview, TX

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  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Longview, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Summary:

This position provides the student nurse an opportunity to work under the direction of a registered nurse and to gain experience in the areas of nursing professional, nursing processes and nursing practice. This hands-on experience will include educational sessions, job shadow, assist in patient care. May provide patient care in a CNA role as approved by manager (see CNA position description).

Responsibilities:

  • Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
  • Implements measures to promote a safe environment for patients and others.
  • Follows nursing safety standards in the delivery of patient care.
  • Follows approved policies and procedures for infection control.
  • Follows policies and procedures for "high risk for falls" and "restraints".
  • Identifies, reports, and appropriately intervenes in safety hazards.
  • Practices universal precautions by appropriate disposal of waste, hazardous waste, sharps, and wearing personal protective equipment.
  • Keeps patient rooms and other common patient areas free from potential hazards.
  • Respects the patient’s right to privacy by protecting confidential information unless obligated or allowed by law to disclose the information.
  • Follows policies and procedures for "no information patients".
  • Awareness of conversations held at nursing stations.
  • No participation in conversations outside patient care environment.
  • Assists in the provision of individualized goal directed nursing care.
  • Assists in admission process; greets the patient, provides linens/gown, orients patient to room and equipment.
  • Provides patient care feedback to the team leader or other responsible person to achieve patient care objective.
  • Takes vital signs on admission and at intervals as the patient's condition warrants.
  • Accurately records vital signs, intake and output and weights.
  • Immediately notifies team leader of any abnormal data.
  • Documents clearly and concisely on appropriate forms according to policy.
  • Participates in patient/family education.
  • Educates patients/family on environmental and safety policies.
  • Acts on direction from team leader in regard to providing ongoing education and reinforcement of teaching plan.
  • Reports any identified teaching needs to the team leader.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Currently enrolled in a nursing program or recent graduate with pending licensure
  • Basic Computer Knowledge
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

  • Maintain current BCLS.

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

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