Join UT Health East Texas as a Nurse Extern in the Emergency Department. This is a variable shift, PRN position working under the direct supervision of registered nurses at UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system. UT Health Tyler is a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center serving hundreds of thousands of patients annually, with advanced acute care medicine capabilities, the region's only ECMO program, and a Level III NICU.
Responsibilities
- Perform functions as authorized under the direct supervision of a registered nurse
- Provide basic nursing tasks including direct patient care
- Report patient conditions and circumstances to the nursing team
- Maintain equipment and unit cleanliness
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care for patients on your assigned unit
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program with anticipated completion within 24 months from date of hire
- In academic good standing in your accredited nursing program
- Completion of Medical Technology and Anatomy and Physiology coursework
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
Schedule and Working Conditions
- Variable shift schedule
- May be required to work irregular schedules
- Potential exposure to hazardous materials and situations including blood-borne pathogens, ionizing radiation, and communicable diseases
For questions or concerns, contact Jill Pettigrew, Recruiter, at jillyn.pettigrew09@ardenthealth.com
