Nurse Extern - Med Surg - Nurse Extern
Company: Boulder Community Hospital
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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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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