Nurse Extern - Summer 2027 - York Hospital

Summer 2027 Nurse Externship at xxx Hospital! Your application must include uploaded resume, transcript, and letter of recommendation from current nursing instructor highlighting current academic standing, current behavior standing, and completion of Medical Surgical rotation. Program dates: May 17, 2027 - July 10, 2027 (2) 4-week unit experiences Minimum work commitment = 36 hours per week Rotating shifts based on preceptor schedule (Day/Evening/Night/Weekend) Consideration given for RN students who are entering final semester/year (graduation in winter 2027 - summer 2028) Must have completed Medical Surgical rotation in accredited nursing program prior to start of externship.

Must maintain good standing status in accredited nursing program. Paid clinical experience 1:1 experienced RN preceptor Areas of rotation: Surgical Unit Medical Unit Emergency Department Maternity Labor & Delivery Peds NICU Critical Care Units Operating Room Nursing Resource Team General Summary Provides direct care to patients by performing a variety of duties, including assisting with data collection, provision of care, completion of selected therapeutic interventions, and documentation of care provided for a specified group of patients.

Duties and Responsibilities Provides information needed by the registered nurse to coordinate the care and discharge planning for the patient and family. Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans and positioning. Assists in the preparation and transportation of patients for tests, procedures, etc.

Monitors patient condition levels; reports changes to the appropriate individuals. Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse, pain, and department-specific requirements. Performs selected procedures per Nurse Extern checklist.

Sets up and removes equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is functioning properly and stored appropriately. Performs EKGs and Point-of-Care testing which may include blood glucose, hemoccult and specific gravity testing. Runs special errands as required.

Responds to light calls. Ensures patient rooms, nursing areas, supply carts, etc. are stocked with appropriate items at required levels. Maintains par levels of supplies and equipment on assigned unit(s).

Notifies supervisor when reorder points are reached. Common Expectations: Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment.

Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s). Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings.

Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation. Qualifications Minimum

High School Diploma or GED Currently enrolled in an approved Nursing program with completion of two clinical semesters. Required and High School Diploma or GED Enrollment in an accredited BSN program Preferred Licenses: Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required Courses and Training: Completion of at least one medical-surgical clinical rotation Upon Hire Required Must be passing in an accredited program prior to Summer Externship Program Upon Hire Required

Part time · Shift1 - Day shift