About the role#
As an Extern RN, you will join a residency program designed to provide personalized attention and cross-training across our nursing units. This role is a full-time, paid position that focuses on your growth and development through clinical orientation, practice, and mentorship.
What you'll do#
- Deliver individualized care to patients.
- Work alongside physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
- Administer treatments and monitor vital signs.
- Provide education to patients and their families.
- Participate in an evidence-based residency program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment and good standing at a school of nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Location & details#
- Location: Bakersfield, California.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
About CommonSpirit Health
CommonSpirit Health is a nonprofit Catholic healthcare organization based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2019, the company operates across 24 states through a network of 138 hospital-based locations and over 2,300 clinics. It provides integrated health services including home-based care and virtual offerings. The organization employs more than 160,000 people and manages over 20 million patient encounters each year.
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