Nurse Extern - Med Surg - Nurse Extern

Company: Boulder Community Hospital
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Nurse Extern - Med SurgPer Diem, various shift and hours/week. Pay Rate is a flat rate of $19.80. $2.50/hr for weekends. At Boulder Community Health, we strive to create and care for the healthiest community in the nation. We invite you to explore our new Nurse Externship Program, this is a temporary and part-time employment opportunity for nursing students who meet specific criteria. Interested students will gain valuable skills and knowledge by applying basic fundamentals of nursing under the guidance of an experienced nurse mentor. During your experience, you will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary health care team and work alongside nurses at Boulder Community Health. We assist externs in building their self-confidence and building skills related to critical thinking, time-management, clinical competence, and communication.# Departments include Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro, Oncology/Urology, ICU, PCU, and more! Placements are based on available openings in each department.# Applicant Eligibility:# Currently enrolled in accredited nursing program# Completed 1st year of a 2-year nursing program, or 3rd year of a 4-year baccalaureate nursing program.# Completed clinical rotations in Medical/Surgical unit# Must be able to provide documentation of class courses and competencies completed in 1st year of nursing school for validation.# Knowledge, Skill and Ability Basic knowledge of Infection prevention and universal precautions Basic knowledge of frequently used medical terminologies Basic Computer and technical equipment knowledge desirable. Able to take directions from multiple staff and demonstrate the ability to set priorities. Basic knowledge and competencies in the care of peripheral IV#s, Foley Catheters, Lab draws, and wound care. Experience Hospital or other health care experience preferred. Completed Nursing Fundamentals and Adult Medical/Surgical Clinical Skills/Abilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Promotes a patient safety culture and participates with other departments in achieving core measures, evidence and best practice initiatives. Identifies own learning needs and expands knowledge base through clinical practice and self-directed learning. Promotes Service Excellence. Supports and ensures compliance with hospital, division, and departmental policies. Familiar with organization, department and job specific environment of care policies, including life safety, utilities management, hazardous material communication, emergency preparedness Infection Prevention and medical equipment failure. Implements interventions based on the Plan of Care, priority of patient#s needs and desired outcome, guidelines/standards of care, and agency policy and procedures. Increased complexity of assignments are assigned based on demonstrated competencies. Can perform selected procedures under the direction and supervision of a RN/LPN. Evaluates practice in relation to professional standards, statues, regulations, hospital and departmental policies, and standards of care. Practices proper HIPAA compliance and performs other duties as assigned. About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado Uncompromising medical excellence delivered with respect and compassion. Since 1922, Boulder Community Health has built a strong reputation on these values. As community-owned and operated not-for-profit hospital and clinic locations, we remain dedicated to the evolving needs of our citizens and providing access to high-quality care. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Boulder lifestyle is conductive to enjoying the outdoors and brings a fresh perspective to healthcare practice. Surround yourself by natural beauty and an active, life-embracing community. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and equipment along with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement, on-site fitness center, Employee Wellness, Employee Activities # Discounts, and many more! # EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace #

Per Diem, various shift and hours/week.

Pay Rate is a flat rate of $19.80. $2.50/hr for weekends.

At Boulder Community Health, we strive to create and care for the healthiest community in the nation. We invite you to explore our new Nurse Externship Program, this is a temporary and part-time employment opportunity for nursing students who meet specific criteria. Interested students will gain valuable skills and knowledge by applying basic fundamentals of nursing under the guidance of an experienced nurse mentor. During your experience, you will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary health care team and work alongside nurses at Boulder Community Health. We assist externs in building their self-confidence and building skills related to critical thinking, time-management, clinical competence, and communication.

Departments include Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro, Oncology/Urology, ICU, PCU, and more! Placements are based on available openings in each department.

Applicant Eligibility:

Currently enrolled in accredited nursing program

Completed 1st year of a 2-year nursing program, or 3rd year of a 4-year baccalaureate nursing program.

Completed clinical rotations in Medical/Surgical unit

Must be able to provide documentation of class courses and competencies completed in 1st year of nursing school for validation.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Basic knowledge of Infection prevention and universal precautions Basic knowledge of frequently used medical terminologies Basic Computer and technical equipment knowledge desirable. Able to take directions from multiple staff and demonstrate the ability to set priorities. Basic knowledge and competencies in the care of peripheral IV's, Foley Catheters, Lab draws, and wound care.

Experience

Hospital or other health care experience preferred. Completed Nursing Fundamentals and Adult Medical/Surgical Clinical Skills/Abilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Promotes a patient safety culture and participates with other departments in achieving core measures, evidence and best practice initiatives.
* Identifies own learning needs and expands knowledge base through clinical practice and self-directed learning.
* Promotes Service Excellence.
* Supports and ensures compliance with hospital, division, and departmental policies.
* Familiar with organization, department and job specific environment of care policies, including life safety, utilities management, hazardous material communication, emergency preparedness Infection Prevention and medical equipment failure.
* Implements interventions based on the Plan of Care, priority of patient's needs and desired outcome, guidelines/standards of care, and agency policy and procedures. Increased complexity of assignments are assigned based on demonstrated competencies. Can perform selected procedures under the direction and supervision of a RN/LPN.
* Evaluates practice in relation to professional standards, statues, regulations, hospital and departmental policies, and standards of care.
* Practices proper HIPAA compliance and performs other duties as assigned.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado

Uncompromising medical excellence delivered with respect and compassion. Since 1922, Boulder Community Health has built a strong reputation on these values. As community-owned and operated not-for-profit hospital and clinic locations, we remain dedicated to the evolving needs of our citizens and providing access to high-quality care. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Boulder lifestyle is conductive to enjoying the outdoors and brings a fresh perspective to healthcare practice. Surround yourself by natural beauty and an active, life-embracing community. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and equipment along with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement, on-site fitness center, Employee Wellness, Employee Activities & Discounts, and many more!

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace

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