Student Nurse Extern Jobs

The Student Nurse Extern assists nurses and physicians within scope and competency. Works under the direction of a registered nurse (RN) to provide care for patients while attending nursing school. Being a Student Nurse Extern performs clinical skills/tasks with defined competencies, including but not limited to: responding to patient care needs by answering call lights, assisting patients with hygiene care and nourishment, obtaining vital signs, checking patients' glucose, and other tasks as assigned. Documents patient care with additional signature of the RN. In addition, Student Nurse Exter ... n may administer medications with the direct supervision of the RN and dual sign-off. Requires enrollment in an accredited nursing program and the completion of at least one clinical rotation or equivalent. Typically requires an associate degree. Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Typically reports to a registered nurse. Student Nurse Extern's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. More
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