About the role#
As a Nursing Student Extern, you will perform delegated duties and provide supportive care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will work within the Medical/Surgical Acute department to assist in the delivery of quality patient care while gaining clinical experience.
What you'll do#
- Execute basic patient care tasks such as taking vital signs, checking blood glucose, and recording I&Os.
- Assist patients with personal care, hygiene, and activities of daily living.
- Report patient status changes, needs, and abnormal findings to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
- Document vital signs, nutritional intake, weights, and performed care accurately.
- Support unit operations through stocking, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring orderliness.
- Respond promptly to call lights and patient requests.
- Apply clinical strategies to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
- Completion of nursing fundamentals and first clinical rotations (or equivalent).
- Competency in basic health care tasks obtained through clinical nursing courses.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Ability to provide proof of active enrollment each term.
Location & details#
- Location: Westminster, Colorado.
- Employment Type: PRN (as needed).
- Compensation: 21 USD per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site.
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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