Nurse Extern PRN

Description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Nurse Extern PRN - All Facilities you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, 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 Air Med medical transportation.

* Additional 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.

* Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny

* Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

* Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts

* 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

* Employee Stock Purchase Plan

* Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships

* Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

* Colleague recognition program

* Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Nurse Extern PRN - All Facilities where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is 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

Position Summary

The Nurse Extern delivers high-quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the Nurse Extern assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the Nurse Extern's skills/training and the needs of the Department and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment.

The Nurse Extern is currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of nursing and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Providing essential care for patients by helping with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), checking vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring comfort and hygiene

* Performing nursing tasks like wound care, catheter care, collecting specimens, and other basic procedures as you gain experience and grow in your competency

* Documenting care accurately and communicating timely updates with the nursing team to keep patient care seamless and coordinated

* Helping patients and families understand their care plans and offering guidance for their health and recovery

* Keeping patient areas clean and safe by following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and maintaining an organized environment

* Championing your growth and enhancing patient care by engaging in learning opportunities, sharing ideas to improve care, and partnering with your supervisor or preceptor to build your personal career development plan

What qualifications you will need:

* Currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing in an Associate or Bachelor Degree program

* Completion of Fundamentals/Foundations of Nursing course required

* Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

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