What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Extern - PDP position at Holy Cross Hospital?
Through strategic collaborations and a commitment to being a person-centered, transforming, healing presence, the 557-bed hospital offers progressive inpatient, outpatient and community outreach services and clinical research trials to serve as our community’s trusted health partner for life.
- We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care.
- Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work
- Retirement savings program with employer matching
Job Summary:
Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse who is physically present on the unit, the Student Nurse Extern is responsible for providing nursing care as delegated by the primary RN for the adult or geriatric patient (as defined in the department scope of care), within the scope of the knowledge and training received in their generic nursing program. The role is both a learning and operational role. Primary responsibilities may include direct and indirect patient care activities, positioning, ambulating, ADLs, et Ability to take personal responsibility for job action and performance, comprehend and perform job responsibilities, and adhere to the policies and procedures of the facility. Ability to actively learn and follow instructions, policies and procedures in a timely fashion including the ability to learn new techniques or procedures without incurring overwhelming stress.
This is a Per Diem position with NO benefits. Positions are available in med/surg telemetry, med/surg orthopedics, stepdown IMC, CVIMC and Telemetry.
Job Requirements:
- Currently attending and in good standing at an accredited (ACEN/CCNE) school of nursing.
- Current BLS certifications.
- Satisfactory completion of Fundamentals of Nursing course and clinical.
- Anticipated graduation date of less than 1 year from hire date.
- One Letter of Recommendation from clinical instructor and/or professor.
- Unofficial transcript with cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater.
- Please answer the following questions on a separate document and attach to application:
- What inspired you to become a registered nurse?
- What do you believe is your greatest strength so far in your clinical experiences?
- Holy Cross Health’s Core Values are Integrity, Reverence, Commitment to those who are poor, Justice, Safety, and Stewardship. Please give one example when you demonstrated one or more of these values when providing patient care during clinical.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
