TriStar Centennial 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 according to your skills and training, while supporting the patient care team in maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe environment.
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 (ADLs) for assigned patients
- Perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, obtained and maintained within hospital policy timeframes
- Currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited RN nursing program
- Eligible for Nurse Extern position after completion of first nursing semester, or eligible as a CNA in first semester of RN program
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Clinical Setting
TriStar Centennial Medical Center is a 740+ bed comprehensive facility offering medical and surgical programs including behavioral health, 24-hour emergency services, heart and vascular, imaging, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, sleep disorder, and women's services. The facility includes specialized centers for heart and vascular care, women's health, pediatrics, cancer treatment, joint replacement, and additional specialized services.
Benefits
TriStar Centennial Medical Center offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:
- 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 support, adoption assistance, life insurance, 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.