Nurse Extern Emergency Department

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 a registered nurse 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 to 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
• Coursework in Medical Technology and Anatomy and Physiology
• 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

Contact

For questions or concerns, reach out to Jill Pettigrew, Recruiter, at jillyn.pettigrew09@ardenthealth.com