About the role#
The Nurse Extern program helps nursing students build confidence and clinical skills. You will work within the Emergency Department to observe and participate in daily operations. This is a paid position designed to reinforce your nursing education and theoretical knowledge in a real hospital setting.
What you'll do#
- Assist with gaining skills in communication, critical thinking, and time management.
- Gain clinical competence by applying your nursing education to patient care.
- Develop a clear understanding of the professional nurse role.
- Learn how the Emergency Department is structured and how it operates.
- Note that as an extern, you will not administer medications, initiate blood transfusions, or monitor blood products.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Associate or Baccalaureate Professional Nursing Program.
- Completion of introductory nursing, medical, and surgical courses.
- Completion of a clinical practicum.
- A high school diploma.
- A valid BLS certification.
Location & details#
- Location: Staten Island, New York.
- Employment type: Per diem.
- Schedule: Day shift, 7.5 hours.
- Compensation: $17.00 per hour.
About Richmond University Medical Center
Richmond University Medical Center is a nonprofit healthcare facility and teaching institution based in Staten Island, New York. Founded in 1903, the hospital operates with over 470 beds and provides a range of services including surgery, cardiology, pediatrics, and behavioral health. It serves as a Level 1 Trauma Center and a designated Stroke Center for the local community. The organization employs more than 2,500 people and maintains an affiliation with The Mount Sinai Hospital and the Icahn School of Medicine.
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