Nurse Extern

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

• Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities

Essential Functions

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly

Education

• Graduate of a Program in Discipline Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required to be obtained within 30 days of hire

Experience

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action