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Nurse Extern - Surgical Step-Down/Cardiac Telemetry Unit - Contingent - Rotating shift

Henry Ford Health System
United States, Michigan, Clinton Township
Mar 04, 2025
Not ready to apply, but have questions about this position at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital? Click here to schedule a time to talk with a Henry Ford Macomb Recruiter: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ColeenAielloNurseRecruiter@henryfordhealthsystem.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/ Nurse Extern - Surgical Step-Down/Cardiac Telemetry Unit - Contingent - Rotating shift Shift: Rotating with alternating weekend schedule UNIT OVERVIEW: Our 20-Bed combination Surgical Step-Down /Cardiac Telemetry Unit offers specialized care for patients transitioning from intensive care to a lower level of monitoring and support prior to their release. Nursing care on this typically required advanced nursing interventions and continuous cardiac monitoring/vascular monitoring appropriate for a step-down unit, as they progress toward their discharge. Our multidisciplinary team provides high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive environment, facilitating recovery and preparing patients for a safe discharge. We prioritize team collaboration, communication, education, and accountability to enhance outcomes and patient experiences. These components also contribute to a fulfilling work environment where nurses can develop their clinical skills and critical thinking with the support of their peers and their immediate leadership. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse, performs specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient using the nursing process. Provides input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care. Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures. Recognizes and participates in own continuing education. This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Enrolled in an accredited school of nursing (BSN schools preferred). The completion of two clinical rotations, one of which must be Med/Surg (in an acute care setting). To remain in the extern role you MUST: Actively be enrolled in a nursing program; Successfully complete each course; Provide transcripts to Nurse Manager after each course; Provide a copy of your plan of work to your Nurse Manager. If at any point the extern does not meet their academic institution's standard for continued enrollment in the school of nursing classes, their employment as an extern will be rescinded. BLS Healthcare provider to be completed during orientation. Physical ability to lift and move patients, supplies, and equipment with appropriate technique/device. Successful completion of 180-day introductory period required to achieve knowledge of policies relative to job duties and patient care unit. Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Macomb Hospital Department: NU 2600 CV ICU- PCU HFMH Shift: Rotating Union Code: Not Applicable