Job Information
LifePoint Health Nurse Extern - Educ PRN in Beckley, West Virginia
Raleigh General Hospital
/Who We Are/:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Raleigh General Hospital is a 300 bed facility caring for nearly 13,000 patients each year with over 50,000 being treated in our emergency room. We offer a wide range of surgical services as well as specialty programs including Cardiac CTA, Digital Mammography, and Trauma Services.
/Where We Are/:
Beckley is an ideal place to live and boasts many scenic, cultural, and recreational opportunities. From restaurants and breweries to art galleries and unique attractions, Beckley is an outdoor playground with something for all tastes.
/Why Choose Us/:
· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
· Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants
· Professional development opportunities and CE assistance
· And much more…
JOB SUMMARY
-Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care, while continuing as a Nursing Student in good standing.
-Provides nursing students the opportunity to gain valuable experience in an actual hospital setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
-Performs clinical skills according to hospital policy and procedures
-Performs technical skills according to policy and procedure
-Maintains hospital and patient confidentiality
-Demonstrates concern for patient welfare by performing activities other than primary care needs
-Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedure
-Responds promptly to patient requests by answering call lights, greeting patients in a cheerful positive manner, answering questions or fulfilling needs and alerting Registered Nurse as necessary.
-Tidies rooms, makes and changes bed linens, and ensures rooms are clean, neat, and orderly. Assists with stocking items in rooms. Sets up oxygen flow meter, humidifier, and nasal cannula as requested.
-Performs courier duties to the lab and other hospital departments in order to deliver lab specimens (urine, stool, sputum), or delivery and retrieval of other requested items.
-Transports patients to and from various areas as needed.
-Answers phone and greets patients and visitors. Performs other related duties as assigned that will facilitate achievement of quality patient care.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
-Minimum Education Current student in first year of an Associate Degree Nursing Program or completion of 2 years of a Baccalaureate Program in good academic standing with a "C" or better grade point average.
-Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. BLS - to be obtained within 30 days
EEOC Statement:
Raleigh General Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Job: *Nursing Education
Organization: *Raleigh General Hospital
Title: Nurse Extern - Educ PRN
Location: West Virginia-Beckley
Requisition ID: 7418-11744