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Nurse Extern I - CCU

Mayfield, Kentucky

Req ID 7428-4154 Post Date Oct. 02, 2024 CategoryNursing Support FacilityJackson Purchase Medical Center
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Position Summary:

The Nurse Extern I and II LPN performs a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a complementary and assistive role.

  • Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN or LPN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
  • Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
  • Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
  • Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.
  • Documents patient care information in appropriate systems.
  • Assists with ADL’s for assigned patients.

 

Required Skills

·         Critical thinking skills

·         Decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

·         Capable of working in a stressful environment and taking appropriate action.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited LPN program and in good standing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) CNA or SRNA Required if the nursing school program is discontinued or may be required to transfer to a PCA position. 

Education Requirements

·         Nurse Extern I and II: High school diploma or equivalent: Required

·         Nurse Extern I: Currently enrolled in an approved LPN program: Required

·         Nurse Extern II: Currently enrolled in the second year of an LPN program: Required


Position Summary:

The Nurse Extern I and II performs a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a complementary and assistive role.

  • Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN or LPN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
  • Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
  • Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
  • Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.
  • Documents patient care information in appropriate systems.
  • Assists with ADL’s for assigned patients.

 

Required Skills

·         Critical thinking skills

·         Decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

·         Capable of working in a stressful environment and taking appropriate action.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited ADN or BSN program and in good standing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) CNA or SRNA Required if the nursing school program is discontinued or may be required to transfer to a PCA position. 

Education Requirements

·         Nurse Extern I and II: High school diploma or equivalent: Required

·         Nurse Extern I: Currently enrolled in an approved RN program: Required

·         Nurse Extern II: Currently enrolled in the second year of an RN program: Required

 


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