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Nurse Externship - Med/Surg

Tower Health • Full-time • West Reading, Pennsylvania, United States • 2w ago

Job Summary

Administers and assists with patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse
Administers and assists with routine treatments and patient care procedures according to hospital policies
Observes and reports changes in patient condition and/or behavior to Registered Nurse promptly
Reviews and discusses patient care activities with co-assigned Registered Nurse and documents accurately on the appropriate chart forms
Relates and responds in a courteous manner to patients, families, visitors and hospital personnel at all times
Demonstrates awareness of the teaching plan for co-assigned patients and assists in the implementation of the plan in conjunction with co-assigned Registered Nurse
Assists in the transport of patients in an efficient, safe manner
Demonstrates flexibility and adapts to changing situations and demonstrates efficient use of time
Maintains an organized and safe environment for patients, visitors, and fellow health care workers
Demonstrates effective communication with leaders and takes accountability for actions
All other duties as assigned

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To inquire about this position, please reach out to Jennifer.Benware@towerhealth.org

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Nursing Student of an Accredited School
Compeleted Fundamentals of Nursing course and at least one clinical rotation

Required:

Recomendation letter from school

Certification and Licensure

BLS Certification

Overview

Join the amazing Med/Surg team at Reading Hospital!

Paid externships with benefits included, possibility of staying on per diem during school year.

We have 10 Med/Surg units that work together to care for our patients. Units available: N3S, N3W, R3E, R3S, N2W, N2S, T3, C3, N5W, N5S

FT Dayshift available 7a-7p, 12 hour shifts, 36 hours a week, every 3rd weekend rotation.

*Please note: interviews will not begin until January 2025 with start dates in May/June 2025. We will contact you to discuss openings in late December 2024.

An eight+ week Student Nurse Externship designed for the student who is currently enrolled in a Nursing Program and is interested in gaining valuable clinical experience and the opportunity to enhance previously learned skills while working under the guidance of an experienced Registered Nurse. The student nurse extern will partner with an experienced Registered Nurse to develop critical thinking skills, hone technical skills and learn how to prioritize care. The externship is offered at the end of year two of a nursing program will increase the students' exposure to clinical nursing. The concepts of nursing, the professional image, and the socialization and transitioning into professional practice are enhanced through continued clinical exposure. Students must be currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program and have completed atleast one clinical rotation.

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

Why Reading Hospital?

2023 America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award
697 bed teaching hospital
115 bed Emergency Department
Recipient of Excellence Award: Stroke Care, Neurosciences, Pulmonary Care, and Critical Care
Magnet Status
Level I Trauma Center
Level III NICU
Ranked Among Top Ten Hospitals in Pennsylvania
5-Star Rating for Overall Hospital Quality
Vizient Graduate Nurse Residency Program for all new RN grads
Comprehensive benefits to include earned time off, enhanced tuition assistance, retirement savings with employer match and so much more!

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