About the role#
As a Nurse Extern in the ICU at Trinity Health Oakland, you will work alongside Registered Nurses and interdisciplinary teams to build clinical skills. This position is located in a 30-bed unit that handles adult trauma, neuro, cardiothoracic, surgical, and medical ICU patients. You will gain hands-on experience while supporting patient care in a supervised setting.
What you'll do#
- Partner with Registered Nurses to deliver compassionate patient care.
- Assist patients with daily living activities like bathing, feeding, and mobility.
- Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the RN promptly.
- Support the patient admission, transfer, and discharge process.
- Assist with nutritional support, intake monitoring, and documentation.
- Provide comfort measures that respect patient dignity and cultural needs.
- Participate in patient and family education under the supervision of an RN.
- Collaborate with the care team to support positive patient outcomes.
- Take part in unit initiatives focused on safety and quality improvement.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program, with active student status required throughout employment.
- Completion of at least two clinical nursing rotations, including one in Medical-Surgical care.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is preferred.
- Strong communication skills and a patient-centered mindset.
- Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Adaptability and a willingness to learn in a clinical setting.
Location & details#
- Location: Pontiac, Michigan.
- Employment type: Contingent, part-time.
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, including day and night options. A minimum commitment of 4 shifts per month is required, which includes weekend work.
- Physical requirements: This role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting or transferring patients and equipment.
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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