Nurse Extern-Emergency Department-Contingent- Shifts-Detroit

At Henry Ford Hospital, all nurses strive to provide exceptional patient care every day. They are encouraged to participate in quality assurance activities, research, and shared governance to make a difference in the care given to patients and families. Henry Ford Nursing uses evidence-based practice, professional practice standards, and the Henry Ford Hospital Professional Nurse Practice Model to drive nursing practice.

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• Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse, performs specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient using the nursing process.
• Provides input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Recognizes and participates in own continuing education.

• Nurse Extern/Contingent
• Shift: Variable Shifts
• Internal candidates must apply with internal profile

• High school diploma or GED equivalent OR currently enrolled in the Henry Ford Health Early College Program
• Meets the completion of two clinical rotations as required at an accredited school of nursing.
• Enrolled in an accredited school of nursing.
• The completion of two clinical rotations, one of which must be Med/Surg (in an acute care setting).
• To remain in the extern role, you MUST:

• If at any point the extern does not meet their academic institution's standard for continued enrollment in the school of nursing classes, their employment as an extern will be rescinded.
• Position is time limited. a. ADN:
  Maximum 12 months for ADN. b. BSN:
  Maximum 24 months for BSN (adjust for Part Time BSN programs).
• May complete during orientation.
• Successful completion of 180-day introductory period required to achieve knowledge of policies relative to job duties and patient care unit.

• Current Health Care Provider Certification Required.

• Organization:
  Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department:
  Emergency Rm Nursing Staff
• Shift: Variable
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable