PRN
CHRISTUS Health
Alexandria, LA
38371700
Description Summary:
The Nurse Extern is qualified to attend to the needs of the Patient area, performing duties as indicated by the responsibilities outlined in this job description under the direct supervision of the unit charge person. The Nurse Extern is trained in the delivery of age appropriate care by hospital policy. He or she performs assigned tasks in accordance with the hospital’s philosophy, values, standards, policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
ASSISTS NURSING IN CARRYING OUT THE NURSING PLAN OF CARE.
Vital signs are completed and reported to nursing within 1 hour of scheduled time. I/O’s are collected and reported to nursing 30 minutes prior to end of shift. All assigned baths are completed within the shift assigned. Notifies nurse of any significant changes in patient condition promptly. Ambulates and assists patient with ADLs within assigned time frame. Monitors for signs of skin breakdown and communicates to nursing staff...