Nurse Extern PRN ED

TriStar Summit Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Extern for a PRN position in the Emergency Department. As a Nurse Extern, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated basic patient care services under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist the nursing staff in providing patient care, maintaining a clean and safe patient care environment, and supporting patients with activities of daily living.

TriStar Summit Medical Center is a 230+ bed comprehensive facility serving Davidson, Wilson, and surrounding counties. The facility includes a Level III Trauma Center and offers a full array of acute care services including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics/spine, rehabilitation, and women's services. The hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI and a Primary Stroke Center, serving as a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care for patient populations served in the Emergency Department
• Communicate pertinent patient information to appropriate individuals
• Deliver compassionate, holistic care while supporting the rights and dignity of all patients
• Document patient care information in appropriate computer systems
• Assist with activities of daily living for assigned patients
• Maintain a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited RN nursing program
• Eligible after completion of first nursing semester or as a CNA in first semester of RN program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, current and maintained within hospital policy timeframes
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• 401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, and certification support
• Dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Fertility and family building benefits, adoption assistance, life insurance, and supplemental health protection plans
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.