Nurse Extern opportunity in Cardiac Medical Telemetry Observation for May 2025 grads at Aurora St. Luke's, a SIX TIMES designated Magnet Medical Center.
Start as a nurse extern and transition to a nursing position post-graduation. Begin your nursing career as a Newly Licensed RN with the same team you had the opportunity to work with during your externship, making your transition smoother with less ambiguity.
6KLM is a 28-bed Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Observation Unit. Most patients are admitted from the Emergency Department, providing a great learning experience with exposure to multiple diagnoses and backgrounds. You will care for a diverse population with various diagnoses, with an average patient length of stay of 2 days. This unit is ideal for students who thrive in high-paced environments, those still deciding on a specialty post-graduation, and students interested in the Emergency Department (ED).
8 hours a week required.
Med Surg and pharmacology courses completed - Unofficial transcript required at the time of offer.
Post-graduation: Advocate Aurora Health provides a leading-edge ANCC accredited residency program with your future in mind. The New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is evidence-based and supports the professional development, confidence, and overall well-being of the nurse resident as they transition from academia to the practice setting.
Major Responsibilities:
- Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, complete activities of daily living, vital sign completion, and blood glucose monitoring.
- Collaborate with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based on an analysis of health, education, and developmental needs as well as patient/family preferences.
- Evaluate patient response to interventions and effectively communicate observations and patient needs to the Registered Nurse.
- Develop delegation skills appropriate to Health Unit Coordinators, Nursing Assistants, and technical roles on the unit.
- Administer medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse, ensuring clinical judgment and proficiency are evaluated prior to administration.
- Manage an increased number of patients while incorporating principles of time management into shift routines.
- Collect and synthesize relevant patient data accurately to identify patient status and needs.
- In emergency situations, and under appropriate supervision of a Registered Nurse, participate in activities where knowledge and skill have been demonstrated.
- Perform various patient positioning and transporting duties, requiring lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care, interpreting information to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Education Required:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Nursing.
Experience Required:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Current enrollment (in final year) or graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Course that includes pharmacological concepts.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to interruptions and changing priorities/workload.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist and up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Must have functional vision and hearing.
- Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards, as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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