Graduate Nurse Extern

About the Role

Under direct supervision of a professional nurse, responsible for providing nursing care to patients (excluding medication administration, IVs and blood/blood products) within an assigned clinical unit utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care according to medical regime and the nursing plan appropriate for patients' conditions and according to established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Assesses, plans, and implements care of assigned patients consistent with patient care policies and procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices, and patient safety practices.
• Performs duties specific to the clinical area, except administration of medications, IVs, and blood/blood products.
• Implements patient teaching outlines including objectives, content, teaching strategies, and evaluation of patient progress.
• Documents assessments and other clinical judgments.
• Performs continual clinical assessments and monitors patient clinical status and responses to treatment. Records and reports any unusual findings to the Patient Care Coordinator/Registered Nurse/Physician or other applicable healthcare team member.
• Demonstrates ability to manage the care of patients with conditions common to the unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care and meet age-specific patient needs.
• Transports patients' charts, specimens, equipment, and supplies.
• Interacts and communicates in a customer-responsive and courteous manner in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction. Works collaboratively with medical/hospital staff and patients to coordinate and implement patient care.
• Prepares and maintains required records, reports, and files for administrative and compliance purposes. Maintains patient medical records; documents patient status and care given; performs charting duties; records activities and observations. Utilizes patient computer systems to enter and retrieve data.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations and notifies appropriate personnel. Initiates and/or assists with basic CPR procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department, and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e., HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).
• Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements.
• Attends staff meetings, all mandatory in-service, and additional continuing education as required.
• Responds to problems/opportunities to improve care.
• Supports and participates in the organization’s Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement, patient safety, environment, and infection control standards.
• Provides coverage for relief and absences as required.