Nurse Extern II - Surgical Trauma

Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is seeking a Nurse Extern II for the Surgical Trauma unit. This role provides expanded clinical experience for professional (RN) nursing students while assisting the Registered Nursing staff with patient care activities. You will participate in patient care planning, implementation, observation, and evaluation, while reporting significant observations to a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Accurately check patient blood sugar and document results as ordered, ensuring all values are correctly reported to the attending nurse
• Obtain vital signs appropriately based on patient age and condition, reporting abnormal findings immediately to the attending or charge nurse
• Perform patient interventions completely and proficiently within scope of practice, demonstrating age-specific competency for the patient population served
• Provide appropriate treatment in emergency situations as they arise, including codes and patient falls
• Notify the nurse of changes in patient condition
• Perform related duties as required

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Currently enrolled in an accredited professional (RN) nursing program and have completed your first clinical rotation
• American Heart Association BLS CPR certification (must be obtained within 7 days of hire)

Clinical Setting

Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is a 288-bed facility with advanced equipment and experienced healthcare staff. The hospital provides preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, and a Level III NICU. The organization has been recognized for elite-level safety, including the Leapfrog Groups Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award by the South Carolina Hospital Association.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare resources, and auto and home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.