About the role#
As a Nurse Extern in the Stepdown unit, you will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Clinical Manager. You are responsible for providing direct patient care and support to ensure a positive experience for those in our care. This role requires flexibility in organizing your workload to meet the needs of the department.
What you'll do#
- Provide nursing care and assist with activities of daily living, including hygiene, mobility, and feeding.
- Measure and record vital signs, intake and output, and oxygenation levels.
- Assist with patient bathing, oral care, and skin integrity monitoring.
- Implement fall prevention interventions as directed by the RN.
- Report changes in patient conditions, such as vital signs or level of consciousness, to an RN.
- Apply and remove medical devices like anti-embolism stockings, sequential-compression devices, and Buck's traction as instructed.
- Maintain equipment and report any malfunctions to management.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Current enrollment in an accredited registered nursing program.
- Completion of your first clinical rotation.
- Active CPR certification.
Location & details#
- Location: Tucson, Arizona.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
- The role requires the ability to work variable shifts, including holidays and weekends.
- You must be able to perform physical duties, such as lifting and transferring patients, using proper body mechanics.
About Tenet Healthcare
Tenet Healthcare is a diversified healthcare services company founded in 1969. Based in Dallas, the organization operates a network of acute care hospitals, specialty hospitals, and outpatient facilities. It also manages United Surgical Partners International, which functions as an ambulatory surgery platform. The company employs over 44,000 people and provides revenue cycle management services through its Conifer Health Solutions subsidiary.
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