Overview

Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experienceHello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

Paid Time Off (PTO)401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matchingMedical/Dental/Vision InsuranceMental Health resources for you and your familyWellness Program with rewards up to $450Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and developmentAdoption AssistanceVoluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet InsuranceShort and Long Term Disability Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needsEmployer DiscountsRelocation Assistance*Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000*Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*

*for eligible hires

Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and it's awards and recognitions here:Saint Joseph Hospital

Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose

The nurse extern will gain experience in a realistic professional nursing work environment by assisting in the delivery of both direct and indirect nursing care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse within the scope of practice of unlicensed, assistive personnel.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

Skills and procedures 

Performs clinical procedures in a competent manner, following appropriate policies and procedures, under the direction of a Registered Nurse.May perform nursing tasks that have been taught in the nurse extern's nursing education program after skills validation at the facility and under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.Obtains blood and blood products from the blood bank. May assist in identifying blood before administration.  Assists with trach care, suctioning, G-tube and feeding tube insertions and maintenance, and simple/complex dressing changes.Assists physician before, during, and after procedures within facility and unit guidelines.Demonstrates knowledge related to age appropriate behavior of children, adolescents, adults, and seniors to assess the growth and development of the patient.Provides routine and procedural hygiene needs.Assists in meeting patient's activity needs.Obtains specimens as directed.Assists/Performs post-mortem care. Provides emotional support patients and assists with monitoring recovery from any procedures.

Communication

Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team.Maintains complete patient confidentiality.Reports changes in patient's condition or other pertinent data to RN immediately.Assists with patient and family education, as appropriate.

Quality and Safety

Attends shift huddles and in-services, as appropriate.Demonstrates safe and proper use of equipment.Uses  personal  protective  equipment  and  complies  with  all  universal  precautions  and blood-borne pathogens regulations.Cleans and checks for malfunctioning of stretchers, wheelchairs, bedside commodes, and I.V. poles according to unit protocol.Identifies and immediately reports any actual or potential hazard observed in the hospital environment.Demonstrates knowledge of all safety and emergency codes

Professional Development

Dresses professionally and wears name badge at all times.Performs AIDET before any patient and family interactions.Actively participates in all Nurse Extern activities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience 

High School Diploma and/or GED

Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program and successful completion of the Nursing Fundamentals 101 Course

Required Licensure and Certifications

Current BLS certification

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

Completed Skills Competency Assessment

Demonstrated career path which demonstrates progressive leadership responsibilities and project management.  

Able to work collaboratively to achieve desired department, facility and regional results.

Skilled and articulate in both verbal and written communication.

Demonstrated abilities in clinical reasoning and problem solving

Proficient in Microsoft office and Outlook