Nurse Extern II - Nursing Internship - PRN
Company: Christus Health
Location: Pecos
Posted on: March 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: Under the supervision and/or direction of
the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern II performs various direct
patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department
policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern II can assist with the
care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern II may be assigned
other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies,
procedures, and protocols. Responsibilities: - Life-threatening
situations are readily identified and reported to the R.N.
Initiates and assists with basic life support when needed. -
Observes/reports unusual symptoms to the nurse, i.e., abnormal V/S;
IV site redness, edema; suspicious areas of skin breakdown
accurately and promptly. - Reports patient/family-related problems,
i.e., patient’s dissatisfaction/refusal of nursing care routines;
departure from activity advancements or restrictions. -
Demonstrates a working knowledge of the aseptic/sterile technique.
Follows universal precautions. - Records information accurately and
promptly. Reports change in patient’s condition and/or vital signs.
- Assists with laboratory specimens, i.e., collection or delivery.
- Complies with timekeeping system. Accrues no unexcused absences,
and no more than three unscheduled absences. - Uses supplies and
equipment appropriately documents use in the medical record and
records charges appropriately. - Participates in 80% of prescribed
in-service programs and departmental meetings. - When unable to
attend (20% max) follow up to obtain information discussed. -
Follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene.
- Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies, and
departmental policies. - Attends infection control and safety
programs. - Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules. -
Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health
Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to
prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health
Information (PHI). - Associate timely completes all required
educational requirements. Requirements: Education/Skills - Nurse
Extern II - students in RN school in clinicals - Currently enrolled
in a nursing program to obtain either an associate degree or
bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse - Must have
completed their first hospital clinical rotation and be in good
standing in the nursing program - Proficient in basic nursing tasks
Experience - Six (6) months of experience in patient care preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications - AHA BLS required
within 2 weeks of employment - Provides updated transcript at
beginning of semester Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work
Type: Per Diem As Needed
Keywords: Christus Health, Albuquerque , Nurse Extern II - Nursing Internship - PRN, Healthcare , Pecos, New Mexico
