About the role#
The Nurse Extern II position is part of the Best Fit Program at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center. This program allows students to gain experience across three different specialty Med/Surg units. The role is designed to help you transition into a Registered Nurse position upon completion of the program. The start date for this cohort is January 4, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Complete activities of daily living, vital sign checks, and blood glucose monitoring.
- Collaborate with Registered Nurses to establish and evaluate patient care plans.
- Communicate patient needs and observations to the care team.
- Administer medication as delegated by a Registered Nurse.
- Develop delegation skills for working with Nursing Assistants and Health Unit Coordinators.
- Manage an increasing patient load while practicing time management.
- Participate in emergency activities and patient transport.
- Provide age-appropriate care based on patient requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program, specifically in your final year, or recent graduation.
- Successful completion of a Medical Surgical course that covers pharmacological concepts.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, squat, bend, and reach.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs from floor to waist, 20 lbs over the head, and carry 40 lbs.
- Ability to push or pull with 30 lbs of force and perform a 150 lb sliding transfer with assistance.
- Functional vision and hearing.
Location & details#
- Location: Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- Schedule: One 8-hour shift per week on dayshift, following an initial orientation week of 36-40 hours.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Status: Part-time, paid position.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health operates as a nonprofit organization in the hospitals and health care industry. The company maintains a footprint across seven states including Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Wisconsin. It holds a significant presence in Chicago and Milwaukee. The headquarters is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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