Nurse Extern - Oncology Unit

Join Henry Ford Health as a Nurse Extern on our 29-bed Medical Oncology and Inpatient Hospice unit. In this role, you will work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in an acute care setting. You will support nursing staff caring for patients with cancer diagnoses requiring inpatient chemotherapy and immunotherapy infusions, as well as patients receiving comfort, end-of-life, and hospice care. The unit also cares for patients post-bariatric surgery. This position is ideal for nursing students seeking hands-on experience in a high-acuity clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Contribute to the development and implementation of patient care plans
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities
• Participate in continuing education to enhance nursing skills

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing
• Completion of two clinical rotations, one of which must be Med/Surg in an acute care setting
• Current Health Care Provider Certification

Conditions of Employment

• You must actively remain enrolled in a nursing program and successfully complete each course to maintain this position
• Provide transcripts to your Nurse Manager after each semester or term
• Provide a copy of your plan of work to your Nurse Manager
• If you do not meet your academic institution's standard for continued enrollment, your employment as an extern will be rescinded
• This position is time-limited: maximum 12 months for ADN programs or maximum 24 months for BSN programs (adjusted for part-time BSN programs)
• Successful completion of a 180-day introductory period is required to achieve knowledge of policies relative to job duties and patient care unit operations