Senior Extern to RN Program (Senior Nursing Students)

Overview:

Base pay $19.10/hr plus applicable shift differentials. Not eligible for benefits.

Position Requirements:

• •Must be an incoming senior nursing student from an ACEN, CCNE, CNEA accredited program.
• •GPA must be 3.0 or higher, unofficial transcript required.
• •Completion of pediatric clinical prior to Fall 2026 preferred.
• •Two clinical instructor references required and will be collected via Skill Survey.
• •Must be able to work a minimum of 16 or 24 hrs/week based on unit preference.
• •Must be able to attend all program dates listed below.
• •If hired as RN, will receive financial assistance for NCLEX Prep Course.

Program Dates:

• •Hybrid Orientation: January 4-8
• •Begin Shifts on Unit: Week of January 10
• •Workshops: January 22, February 19, March 26, April 23 from 12p-4p
• •Graduation: May 17

Job Description Summary:

Performs basic supportive care to specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN Care Manager but does not interpret data. Demonstrates competence in providing age-appropriate care and service for pediatric patients from birth to 21 years, and selected adults.

Job Description:

• Essential Functions:
• •Provides care using a Family Centered approach. Provides basic supportive care pertaining to nutrition, mobility, and elimination.
• •Utilizes Therapeutic Communication while monitoring the physical, psychological and social needs of patients and families.
• •Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism and ensures confidentiality of patient information.
• •Collects, documents, and reports vital signs such as: Temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure or mean arterial pressure, heights, and weights. Completes screening questions and documents all items into the electronic health record.
• •Promotes general patient safety and performs minor specimen collection and testing. Holds, positions patients and assists with procedures. Preps all materials and supplies as needed.
• •Documents according to organizational standards, policies and procedures.
• •Identifies learning needs and participates in educational activities as appropriate.

Education Requirement: Last semester of senior year in a nationally accredited nursing program, baccalaureate preferred.

Licensure Requirement: (not specified)

Certifications: Current CPR (BLS for Healthcare Provider), required.

• Skills:
• •Sound written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• •Demonstrated basic computer skills.
• •Displays a positive presence and interacts with all levels of staff.

Experience: (not specified)

Physical Requirements: OCCASIONALLY: (none specified)

FREQUENTLY: (none specified)

CONTINUOUSLY: (none specified)

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified)

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"