About the role#
The Nurse Extern program is a paid, hands-on development opportunity for students currently enrolled in an accredited pre-licensure RN program. This 18-month program allows students to work alongside experienced nurses and preceptors to strengthen clinical judgment and prepare for a transition into graduate nurse practice. Externs progress through four self-paced competency levels that include direct patient care, skill development, and specialty shadowing.
What you'll do#
- Assist with activities of daily living, including meals, bathing, grooming, and mobility support.
- Collect and record patient data such as vital signs, oxygen saturation, intake and output, and blood glucose levels.
- Maintain a clean and safe patient environment while adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
- Communicate patient information effectively to the care team and report findings to the supervising nurse.
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives and risk management reporting.
- Perform clinical tasks as competencies are completed, which may include EKG monitoring, phlebotomy, and catheter care.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited pre-licensure RN program with Nursing Foundations coursework completed or in progress.
- Ability to obtain BLS certification within seven days of hire.
- Commitment to working at least one shift per pay period during the semester and two 12-hour shifts per pay period during school breaks.
- Expectation to work one major holiday and one night shift during the 18-month program.
- Professionalism, dependable attendance, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Community Health Systems
Community Health Systems operates as a public healthcare provider in the United States. The organization manages 60 affiliated hospitals and over 800 additional sites of care. These locations include urgent care centers, physician practices, and imaging facilities. The company maintains a presence in 32 markets across 12 states. Its headquarters are located in Franklin, Tennessee.
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