Baptist Health·Jacksonville, Florida
The Advanced Nursing Extern provides patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, adhering to the scope of practice for unlicensed providers. Key duties include performing selected technical skills, collecting data, and gathering lab specimens.
Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.
To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. Highlights: Summary: The Advanced Nursing Extern will be responsible to provide patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
The Extern's duties and responsibilities are limited to those that fall under the scope of practice of unlicensed health care providers acting under the direction of a licensed nurse as per the Alabama Board of Nursing.
This individual shall support the department of Nursing, which include, but are not limited to, selected technical skills, data collection, and lab specimen collection.
This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.
Education/Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required.
Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
Must have completed a MINIMUM of Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Pharmacology, and Medication Administration in Nursing School.
Licensure/Certification: BLS required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.
Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center South Job: Advanced Nursing Extern - Medical Oncology Advanced Nursing Extern Job Type: PRN-PRN Shift: First Shift (United States of America)
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program. Completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Pharmacology, and Medication Administration, along with BLS certification, is required.
Market context
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