Nurse Extern I - Nursing Internship
CHRISTUS Health · Shreveport, LA
Posted Sep 6, 2026
Job Description
Description
Summary:
Under the supervision and/or direction of the Clinical Director or other designated management the Nurse Extern I perform various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern I is able to assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern I may be assigned other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Responsibilities:
- Life threatening situations are readily identified and reported to the R.N. Initiates and assists with basic life support when needed.
- Observes/reports unusual symptoms to the nurse, i.e., abnormal V/S; IV site redness; edema; suspicious areas of skin breakdown accurately and promptly.
- Reports patient/family related problems, i.e., patient’s dissatisfaction/refusal of nursing care routines; departure from activity advancements or restrictions.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of aseptic/sterile technique. Follows universal precautions.
- Records information accurately and promptly. Reports change in patient’s condition and/or vital signs.
- Assists with laboratory specimens, i.e., collection or delivery.
- Complies with timekeeping system. Accrues no unexcused absences, and no more than three unscheduled absences.
- Uses supplies and equipment appropriately documents use in the medical record and records charges appropriately.
- Participates in 80% of prescribed in-service programs and departmental meetings. When unable to attend (20% max) follows up to obtain information discussed.
- follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene.
- Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies, and departmental policies.
- Attends infection control and safety programs.
- Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules.
- Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Associate timely completes all required educational requirements.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain either an associate degree or bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse.
- Proficient in basic nursing tasks.
- Provides updated transcript at beginning of semester.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications
- AHA BLS required within 2 weeks of employment.
Work Schedule:
PRN
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Skills:
Asepsis, Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Assessment, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Hospital, Infection Control, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Patient Care, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Safety/Work Safety, Specimens/Samples, Time Management Software
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CHRISTUS Health
In 1999, two historic Catholic charities became one, forming CHRISTUS Health and creating a unique purpose in the modern health care market - to take better care of people.
To extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, the mission that the Sisters of Charity Health Care system and Incarnate Word Health system shared for more than a century, is now also the mission of CHRISTUS Health.
Ranked among the top 10 Catholic health systems in the United States by size, the CHRISTUS Health system includes more than 40 hospitals and facilities in seven U.S. states, Chile and six states in Mexico, with assets of more than $4.6 billion.
Whether seeking care in Alexandria Louisiana, or Coahuila, Mexico, patients discover that the healing spirit is alive at CHRISTUS Health.
Company Size:
10,000 employees or more
Industry:
Healthcare Services
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1999
Website:
http://www.christushealth.org/
Summary:
Under the supervision and/or direction of the Clinical Director or other designated management the Nurse Extern I perform various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern I is able to assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern I may be assigned other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Responsibilities:
- Life threatening situations are readily identified and reported to the R.N. Initiates and assists with basic life support when needed.
- Observes/reports unusual symptoms to the nurse, i.e., abnormal V/S; IV site redness; edema; suspicious areas of skin breakdown accurately and promptly.
- Reports patient/family related problems, i.e., patient’s dissatisfaction/refusal of nursing care routines; departure from activity advancements or restrictions.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of aseptic/sterile technique. Follows universal precautions.
- Records information accurately and promptly. Reports change in patient’s condition and/or vital signs.
- Assists with laboratory specimens, i.e., collection or delivery.
- Complies with timekeeping system. Accrues no unexcused absences, and no more than three unscheduled absences.
- Uses supplies and equipment appropriately documents use in the medical record and records charges appropriately.
- Participates in 80% of prescribed in-service programs and departmental meetings. When unable to attend (20% max) follows up to obtain information discussed.
- follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene.
- Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies, and departmental policies.
- Attends infection control and safety programs.
- Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules.
- Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Associate timely completes all required educational requirements.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain either an associate degree or bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse.
- Proficient in basic nursing tasks.
- Provides updated transcript at beginning of semester.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications
- AHA BLS required within 2 weeks of employment.
Work Schedule:
PRN
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Skills:
Asepsis, Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Assessment, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Hospital, Infection Control, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Patient Care, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Safety/Work Safety, Specimens/Samples, Time Management Software
undefined:
CHRISTUS Health
In 1999, two historic Catholic charities became one, forming CHRISTUS Health and creating a unique purpose in the modern health care market - to take better care of people.
To extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, the mission that the Sisters of Charity Health Care system and Incarnate Word Health system shared for more than a century, is now also the mission of CHRISTUS Health.
Ranked among the top 10 Catholic health systems in the United States by size, the CHRISTUS Health system includes more than 40 hospitals and facilities in seven U.S. states, Chile and six states in Mexico, with assets of more than $4.6 billion.
Whether seeking care in Alexandria Louisiana, or Coahuila, Mexico, patients discover that the healing spirit is alive at CHRISTUS Health.
Company Size:
10,000 employees or more
Industry:
Healthcare Services
undefined:
1999
Website:
http://www.christushealth.org/
Additional Details
- City
- Shreveport
- State
- Louisiana
- Country
- US
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