Registered Nurse; RN Extern

Registered Nurse (RN) Extern (Healthcare)

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and eager to take the next step in your nursing career? Join our skilled nursing facility as an Extern and work alongside our experienced licensed nursing team to gain hands‑on experience while preparing for your nursing license! This temporary position offers a dynamic and enriching opportunity for graduates of state‑approved nursing programs to dive into the field and build the skills needed to excel as an RN.

• Shadow and assist licensed nursing staff.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure the best plan of care for each resident.
• Gain knowledge about the care of all residents under your responsibility.
• Conduct rounds to ensure care plans are followed and residents receive optimal care.
• Help write and update resident assessments and care plans, learning about the MDS and quality indicators.
• Take note of all physician orders (verbal and written) and act accordingly.
• Assist with appointment scheduling and notify the unit clerk of physician orders.
• Document thoroughly and accurately, including nurse charting, MDS, Medicare, and lab/diagnostic results.
• Complete assigned MDS assessments and ensure an accurate shift report for the oncoming nurse.
• Take pride in the accuracy and quality of your work.
• Scan central supply items for each resident, ensuring proper inventory management.
• Report any errors to the ADON/DON right away to ensure a safe and effective care environment.
• Report any witnessed or suspected abuse immediately to the DON, ADON, or Administrator, maintaining the safety and dignity of all residents.

• Knowledge of:
  • Medical terminology and safety procedures.
  • Infection control protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Resident rights and how to identify and report abuse and neglect.
• Skills in:
  • Operating equipment and tools used in resident care.
  • Following safety protocols and maintaining safety standards.
  • Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Utilizing various computer applications for documentation and patient management.
• Ability to:
  • Recognize changes in a resident’s condition and take swift, appropriate action.
  • Seek help when facing challenges or situations outside of your scope.
  • Be sensitive to residents and their families, responding with professionalism and care.
  • Always operate within your scope of practice, following the Arizona State Board of Nursing Rules and Nurse Practice Act.
  • Use diagnostic equipment effectively.
  • Build strong working relationships with colleagues, residents, and their families.
  • Read, write, and understand instructions with clarity and precision.
  • Maintain confidentiality, especially in high‑pressure or changing environments.

• Graduate of a state-approved nursing school.
• Must pass the NCLEX exam for licensure within 30 days of hire.
• Must obtain a current Arizona State Board nursing license within 60 days of hire.

• Participate in mandatory nursing meetings and continuing education classes.
• Obtain and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card (at the employee’s expense).
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Complete annual tuberculosis testing.
• Finish required 12 hours of annual in‑service training.
• Fulfill mandated federal, state, and local communicable disease testing.

EOE

Join us today and take the first step toward a fulfilling career in nursing while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve!