About the role#
As a Nurse Extern at Trinity Health, you will join our patient care team to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. You will work in partnership with and under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide essential support to patients. This role is designed for nursing students who want to apply their academic knowledge to real-world patient care while preparing for their future as a Registered Nurse.
What you'll do#
- Perform basic direct patient care tasks as directed by a Registered Nurse.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) based on their specific needs.
- Provide nutritional support, including bed setup and assistance with feeding.
- Monitor patients and report any changes in their condition to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
- Help with the patient admission process by collecting assessment data.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment and good standing at an accredited school of nursing.
- Maintenance of active student status throughout your employment.
- Successful completion of two clinical nursing rotations, including at least one Medical/Surgical rotation.
- A current Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Location & details#
- Location: Pontiac, Michigan.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Trinity Health
Trinity Health is a nonprofit Catholic health care system based in Livonia, Michigan. The organization operates 88 hospitals and 135 continuing care locations across 26 states. Its network includes urgent care centers and various health services. The system employs 123,000 staff members and nearly 27,000 clinicians.
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