Float Student Nurse Extern
Company: Bon Secours Mercy Health
Location: Warren
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
**Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health**
Job Description
**Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position (2-3
sentences)**
Performs various general duties and assists in the provision of
patient care of all age groups as directed by the Registered Nurse
and Organizational Leadership. Provides direct care for patients,
answers call lights, performs clerical/courier/transporter
functions. Collects data through a variety of means including
observation and through the use of instrumentation. Recognizes and
communicates pertinent information to multidisciplinary teams to
ensure prompt attention to patient and departmental needs.
Assist patients with measures of comfort and activities of daily
living, including but not limited to bathing, feeding, toileting,
dressing, and grooming.
Assist patients with mobility by performing active and passive
range of motion, lifting, turning, repositioning, ambulation, and
transportation.
Performs routine patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse
including but not limited to obtaining specimens, recording vital
signs, applying ice/heat/compress/ dressings, intake/output, point
of care testing, 12 lead EKG, and reapplying monitors. May perform
CPR. Explains procedures to patients allaying apprehension and
eliciting cooperation. May assist in restraining combative
patients.
Assists nursing team in the process of admitting, transferring, and
discharging patients, including notifying appropriate individuals
and departments, assembles patient charts and related paperwork,
assisting and performing environmental orientation of patients,
preparing, stocking, cleaning of rooms, documenting historical
information, and securing belongings and valuables.
Clerical skills/duties including but not limited to courier
services, answering phones/call lights and orders, obtains, stocks,
places, tests, discontinues, and removes patient equipment and
supplies.
Communicates and Documents pertinent patient and general
information and services provided.
Identifies, troubleshoots, and works with others as applicable to
resolve issues and concerns.
Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding
patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
Other duties as assigned.
Embraces Standards of Behavior. Demonstrates behavior consistent
with Mission and Core Values. Holds Self and Others accountable for
behaviors that promote service excellence. Provides excellent
customer service.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with
the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related
duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable
accommodation.
**Patient Population**
_The following must be included in all position descriptions that
involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission
requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population
served:_
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Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her
assigned unit.
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Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development
of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data
reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate
information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative
to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as
described in departmental policies and procedures.
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Neonates (0-4 weeks)
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Adolescents (13-17 years)
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Infant (1-12 months)
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Adults (18-64 years).
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Pediatrics (1-12 years)
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Geriatrics (65 years and older)
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Not applicable to this position.
High School Diploma or GED
Specialty/Major:
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**Preferred Education:**
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Specialty/Major:
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CPR
**Licensure/Certification** **Preferred:**
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Must be currently enrolled in a professional school of nursing and
have successfully completed one clinical nursing course and one
clinical experience, or be within 90 days post- graduation.
**Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** **Required:**
Must be currently enrolled in a professional school of nursing and
have successfully completed one clinical nursing course and one
clinical experience and be CPR certified. Maintains and
Demonstrates competency in required clinical skills/competencies.
Demonstrates computer literacy and basic technological abilities or
completion of basic computer class. Must be able to read and
comprehend written instructions and patient information. Accurately
reporting and documenting data and services provided. Good
Interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate
with the multidisciplinary team and patients in a manner that
fosters the team concept and supports the core values of the
organization. Must be flexible and able to adapt to change and
constant interruptions, with the ability to set and meet deadlines.
Ability to manage and prioritize - multiple activities while
working in a fast paced, environment.
**Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** **Preferred:**
--- **Combination of post-secondary education and experience in
lieu of a degree.**
**V.Working Conditions**
This section addresses the physical environment in which the
employee will perform the work.
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Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
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Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10%
travel.
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General office environment.
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May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
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May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
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May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
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May be required to use physical restraints.
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May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious
materials.*
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May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust,
wind, etc.
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May have periods of constant interruptions.
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Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in
adverse weather conditions.
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Prolonged periods of working alone.
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Other: Requiring changing from one task to another of different
nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
_* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal
precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and
learn the policies concerning infection control._
Frequency
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1-33%
34-66%
67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)
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Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)
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Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)
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Stoop, Kneel
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Crawling
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Climbing
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Balance
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Bending
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**Work Position**
Sitting
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Walking
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Standing
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Select if a potential hazard for this job.
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Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
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Depth perception
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Perform shift work
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Use of Latex Gloves
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Maneuver weight of patients
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Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
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Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
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Exposure to moving mechanical parts
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Reach above shoulder
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Exposure to dust/fumes
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Repetitive arm/hand movements
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Exposure to potential electrical shock
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Finger Dexterity
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Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
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Color Vision
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Exposure to high pitched noises
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Acuity - far
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Gaseous risk exposure
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Acuity - near
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Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
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**Work Shift:**
Other (United States of America)
**Department:**
Nursing Administration - St. Joseph
_All applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or
protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on
the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the
affirmative action plan or policy statement for_ Mercy Health -
Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg,
Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, _which are Affirmative Action and
Equal Opportunity Employer, please email_ _recruitment@mercy.com._
_If you are an individual with a disability and would like to
request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment
selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at_
_recruitment@mercy.com_
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