Nurse Extern L&D at UT Health East Texas

Athens, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient care, Nursing support, Clinical documentation, Equipment maintenance, Unit cleanliness, Basic nursing tasks, Anatomy and physiology, Medical technology

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Join our team as a Variable shift, PRN, Nurse Extern at UT Health East Texas. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and acute stroke-ready facility; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit, radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City. Responsibilities Responsible for performing functions as authorized under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. In addition, performs basic nursing tasks to include patient care, reporting patient conditions, circumstances, and maintaining equipment and unit cleanliness. The nurse extern must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Conditions: May be required to work irregular schedules. Potential exposure to hazard materials/situations to include but not limited to, blood-borne pathogens, ionizing radiation, and communicable diseases. Qualifications Job Requirements: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; must be enrolled in an Accredited Nursing Program with an anticipated completion from program within 24 months from date of hire. In academic good standing in your Accredited Nursing Program REQUIRED. Medical Technology; Anatomy and Physiology Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in a professional nursing program BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

The nurse extern performs basic nursing tasks and patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. They are also responsible for reporting patient conditions and maintaining the cleanliness of equipment and the unit.