Nurse Extern PRN Orthopedics

Company: St. David's North Austin Medical Center
Location: Pflugerville
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Nurse Extern PRN Orthopedics you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's North Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.Benefits St. David's North Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.\nAdditional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.\nFertility and family building benefits through Progyny\nFree counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing\nFamily support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan\nRetirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships\nEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)\nColleague recognition program\nTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)\n Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.\n Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Nurse Extern PRN Orthopedics where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and Qualifications As a Nurse Extern, you will deliver high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living. You will work under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in assisting with the implementation of nursing plans. In order to qualify as a Nurse Extern, you will be currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of Nursing.You will obtain and record initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care, including admissions data, vital signs, blood glucose levels, input and output levels and calorie countsYou will give personal care including bathing, grooming, feeding, changing, etc.You will document and report observations, interactions, patient responses to performed activities, and any physical or behavioral changes at time of occurrenceYou will assist with patient mobility by regular turning, positioning and ambulating patientsYou will provide or assist with non-medicated support care, collection of specimens for diagnostic testing, and preparation of patient for surgery or other procedureYou will assist with transfers of patients to and from other units/departments and with discharges Requirements Volunteer or experience in an acute care hospital setting - preferredAge specific knowledge of patient population in the specific department - preferredCurrently enrolled and in good standing with an accredited school of NursingSuccessful completion of the basic fundamental nursing courses and the ability to perform the fundamental skills learned in the 1st semester of nursing schoolMust have signed nursing school initial skills checklist and verification of appropriate competencies.Must complete nursing school within 2 years of hire or will lose eligibility to remain in the Nurse Extern statusCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross - required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification - preferred This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved). St.\nDavid's North Austin Medical Center is a multi-specialty hospital in Texas with\nmore than 360 beds. The facility is home to St. David's Children's Hospital, St. David's Women's\nCenter of Texas featuring a Level III NICU, a Kidney Transplant Center, and the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. Additional services\noffered at this medical center include 24-hour emergency care, heart and vascular care, neurology and\nneurosurgery, rehabilitation services, and inpatient and outpatient surgery.\n St. David's North Austin Medical Center is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is one\nof the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St.\nDavid's HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two\nlocal non-profits - St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.\n HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies - by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the\ndelivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.\nHCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Nurse Extern PRN Orthopedics opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

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