Student Nurse, Emergency Department
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Assists the professional and licensed nursing staff in the implementation of age specific (as defined in unit-based scope of service) nursing care. In sharing his/her observations, the Collegiate Nurse contributes to information needed in assessing, planning, and evaluating the care of a group of patients. The Collegiate Nurse is an ancillary hospital employee, functioning in Nursing Service under the direct supervision of an RN. He/she assumes responsibility to provide care to patients under the direction supervision of an RN. Performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
PATIENT CARE
SAFETY
PROFESSIONALISM
To the best of the employee’s knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
High school graduate or equivalent. Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program with completion of one clinic course in acute care setting. Successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Course or MEIMMS certification.
Current AHA BLS certification required.
The employee in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the age of the patients served. He/she must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the necessary care as described in the department's policies and procedures.
Additional Information
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