Job Identification 228246
Job Category Nursing
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Shift1 - Day
Locations 55 Monument Rd, York, PA, 17403, US
Assignment Category Student or Intern
FTE 0.9
Job Description
Winter Nurse Extern Program
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At least 72 hours of paid clinical experiences during winter break
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1:1 experienced RN preceptor
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Varied Shifts based on preceptor
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Open to senior nursing students who graduate Spring/Summer or Winter 2027 (must have completed medical surgical clinical rotation in an accredited nursing program)
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Limited opportunities available in:
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Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
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Surgical Rotation (Pre-Op, PACU, and Post Surgical)
General Summary
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.
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
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Provides information needed by the registered nurse to coordinate the care and discharge planning for the patient and family.
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Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans and positioning.
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Assists in the preparation and transportation of patients for tests, procedures, etc.
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Monitors patient condition levels; reports changes to the appropriate individuals.
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Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse, pain, and department-specific requirements.
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Performs selected procedures per Nurse Extern checklist.
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Sets up and removes equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is functioning properly and stored appropriately.
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Performs EKGs and Point-of-Care testing which may include blood glucose, hemoccult and specific gravity testing.
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Runs special errands as required. Responds to light calls.
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Ensures patient rooms, nursing areas, supply carts, etc. are stocked with appropriate items at required levels.
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Maintains par levels of supplies and equipment on assigned unit(s). Notifies supervisor when reorder points are reached.
Common Expectations:
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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).
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Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
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Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings.
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Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
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High School Diploma or GED Currently enrolled in an approved Nursing program with completion of two clinical semesters. Required and
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High School Diploma or GED Enrollment in an accredited BSN program Preferred
Licenses:
- Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Courses and Training:
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
