Nurse Extern - Progressive Care Unit - Contingent

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse, performs specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient using the nursing process. Provides input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care. Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures. Recognizes and participates in own continuing education.

Must be available to attend ONE of the following Nurse Extern orientation:

• May 6-10 from 8am-4:30pm

• June 10-14 from 8am-4:30pm

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

• Enrolled in an accredited school of nursing

• The completion of two clinical rotations, one of which must be Med/Surg (in an acute care setting) by scheduled start date

To remain in the extern role you MUST:

• Actively be enrolled in a nursing program

• Successfully complete each course

• Provide transcripts to Nurse Manager after each course;

• If at any point the extern does not meet their academic institution's standard for continued enrollment in the school of nursing classes, their employment as an extern will be rescinded.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital

• Department: 3RD Floor Progressive Care

• Shift: Night Job

• Union Code: Not Applicable