Nurse Extern II | Tower 2 | Nights

Regular full-time position, 72 hours every two weeks, night shift.

About the role

A Nurse Extern II, under the direction of an RN, performs skills for which he/she has received didactic instruction in his/her program up to, but not including, medication administration and IV therapy.

Responsibilities

• Advocacy & Moral Agency: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, works on another’s behalf and representing the concerns of the patient/family and nursing staff; serves as a moral agent in identifying and helping to resolve ethical and clinical concerns within and outside the clinical setting. Identifies the client/family’s need for basic information in clear, understandable language as evidenced by documentation and team feedback. Demonstrates and understands the concept and importance of client/family advocacy. Maintains and is respectful of client confidentiality.
• Response to Diversity: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, develops sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences into the provision of care. Differences may include cultural, spiritual beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, age, and values. Demonstrates respectful behavior towards client/family/team diversity. Assesses cultural diversity through communication with client and family and in simulation situations. Learns and adapts to the culture of the healthcare environment.
• Clinical Inquiry: The ongoing process of questioning and evaluating practice and providing informed practice. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, creates practice changes through research utilization and experiential learning. Reads and follows nursing standards and organizational policies and procedures. Appropriately uses the nursing process. Asks for personal feedback on clinical practice as evidenced by preceptor/team feedback. Evaluates nursing care of clients as evidenced by documentation.
• Clinical Judgment: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, demonstrates clinical reasoning, including clinical decision-making, critical thinking, and a global grasp of the situation, coupled with nursing skills. Demonstrates commitment to patients by participation in the implementation of the nursing process in providing patient care, initially under the direction of the RN preceptor and/or Resource Coordinator, and in simulation situations. Seeks advice for unfamiliar situations. Demonstrates ability to prioritize, seek appropriate resources when needed, and use evidence-based practice as applicable.
• Caring Practice: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, demonstrates nursing activities that create a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients and staff, promoting comfort and healing and preventing unnecessary suffering. Performs initial assessments focusing on physical and psychosocial needs in an ongoing and systematic manner as evidenced by documentation and team feedback. Participates with preceptor in formulating an outcome-based plan of care. Maintains a safe physical environment. Acknowledges patient’s/family’s need for comfort and concerns. Demonstrates compassion and an interest in clinical inquiry. Acknowledges death as a potential outcome.
• Systems Thinking (Safety / Quality Improvement): Under the supervision of a registered nurse, develops knowledge and tools to manage environmental and system resources for the patient/family and staff. Utilizes the nursing process to compare patient response with observable outcomes specified in the plan of care. Demonstrates understanding of implementing care and evaluates its application effectively. Progresses from viewing the client as a “task” to viewing the client holistically. Maintains and updates skills checklist.
• Collaboration: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, works with others to promote each person’s contributions toward achieving optimal, realistic patient/family goals. Involves intra- and interdisciplinary work with colleagues and community. Communicates courteously and effectively while respecting confidentiality. Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment. Maintains ongoing communication with unit educator, director, and preceptor. Actively listens to patient/family to ensure accurate relay of information. Involves patient/family in healthcare decisions. Implements care in a knowledgeable and skillful manner. Initially evaluates effectiveness of care given by self, progressing to evaluating care given by the entire health team. Willingness to be taught, coached, and/or mentored. Attends and participates in team meetings.
• Facilitation of Learning: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, demonstrates the ability to facilitate learning for patient/families, nursing staff, healthcare team, and community. Participates in identifying patient/family/significant other’s education needs. Collaborates in discharge planning based on admission assessment and makes appropriate referrals. Progresses from viewing client education as a systematic task to evaluating clients’ readiness to learn. Sets individual (self) goals to accomplish within a specified period of time.

Requirements

• Graduate within the last year from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Nurse externs must have fulfilled all requirements to qualify to take the licensing exam.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing.

Pay

Hourly pay rate with a base hiring salary range of $22.00 (minimum) to $35.20 (maximum), with a midpoint of $28.60. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including skills and experience.

About the organization

Join Yuma Regional Medical Center (dba Onvida Health), where a career is more than just a job. Onvida Health is committed to improving the health and well-being of everyone in southwestern Arizona. We believe in progress with purpose, matching innovation with kindness and integrity. Our values lead to better outcomes for patients and a positive experience for our team.

Location

Yuma, Arizona — recognized by Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth. Yuma offers outdoor activities, cultural festivals, and a welcoming community. It provides easy access to larger cities and popular destinations, balancing a fulfilling career with personal adventures.

• Visit Yuma
• Yuma Chamber of Commerce