Student Nurse Extern - Med Surg - Grundy
UnityPoint Health
Summary
Student Nurse Extern at Grundy County Memorial Hospital, Med/Surg department. Full-Time, rotating day/night shifts based on student schedule. 10-week duration.
Job description
Overview
Student Nurse Extern at Grundy County Memorial Hospital, Med/Surg department. Full-Time, rotating day/night shifts based on student schedule. 10-week duration.
Join the Med/Surg team to gain hands-on experience applying classroom learning to real-world patient care alongside experienced Registered Nurses.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assist with patient assessments, care planning, interventions, and evaluations.
- Collaborate with RNs and interdisciplinary team members to support individualized patient care.
- Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and promptly communicate concerns to the supervising RN.
- Support patient and family education by providing information tailored to individual needs and understanding.
- Perform appropriate nursing procedures and clinical skills within the scope of the extern role and under RN supervision.
- Maintain accurate, timely patient documentation in collaboration with the supervising RN.
- Promote patient safety by following infection prevention practices, established procedures, and quality standards.
- Participate in hands-on learning opportunities to strengthen clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and professional nursing skills.
Qualifications
- Current enrollment in an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program and have completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course OR successful completion of the third year of an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Foundational understanding of nursing principles, patient care, and clinical safety practices.
- Ability to perform basic nursing procedures and utilize clinical equipment under RN supervision.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment in a supervised clinical environment.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to caring for individuals and families.
- Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and develop clinical skills through hands-on experience.
- Ability to successfully complete required hospital orientation, competencies, and basic computer training.
- Ability to maintain accurate patient documentation and follow established safety protocols.
- Flexibility to work rotating day and night shifts based on scheduling needs.
Requirements
- Current enrollment in an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program and completed Fundamentals of Nursing course OR successful completion of third year of an accredited BSN program
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Foundational understanding of nursing principles, patient care, and clinical safety practices
- Ability to perform basic nursing procedures and utilize clinical equipment under RN supervision
- Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment in a supervised clinical environment
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to caring for individuals and families
- Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and develop clinical skills through hands-on experience
- Ability to successfully complete required hospital orientation, competencies, and basic computer training
- Ability to maintain accurate patient documentation and follow established safety protocols
- Flexibility to work rotating day and night shifts based on scheduling needs
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee recognition program
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Pet insurance
- Daily Pay
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
Company overview
UnityPoint Health is a leading integrated non-profit health system serving communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. As the nation's 13th largest nonprofit health system and fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health operates a comprehensive network of 18 regional hospitals, 17 community network hospitals, and over 400 clinics and healthcare facilities. The organization provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, cancer treatment, heart care, and home health services. Each year, UnityPoint Health serves nearly 8 million patient visits, performs approximately 100,000 surgeries, and delivers more than 20,000 babies. With more than 29,000 team members, the health system is recognized for its coordinated care approach, shared electronic medical record system, and commitment to making healthcare easier and more personal for patients. UnityPoint Health has been consistently recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for four consecutive years, reflecting its strong organizational culture and commitment to team member development.