Nurse Extern

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Shepherd Center

With five decades of experience Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care research and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions including spinal cord and brain injuries multi-trauma traumatic amputations stroke multiple sclerosis and pain. An elite center ranked byU.S. Newsas one of the nations top hospitals for rehabilitation Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.

Shepherd Centers culture is one of hope humor and hard work. You will enjoy career growth strong relationships with co-workers strong support from leadership and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years.

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse the Nurse Extern performs duties in an ethical manner ensuring patient safety privacy dignity and confidentiality. The Extern interacts with and pursues professional development with all unit staff while maintaining appropriate professional image practicing in a Shared Governance model of nursing practice.

- Observe and effectively communicate changes in patients condition to the Registered Nurse- Respond appropriately to emergency situations.- Perform procedures report clinical observations and assist with activities of daily living. - Practice standard precaution and isolation procedures to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients visitors and staff.

Required Experience:

Intern

About Shepherd CenterWith five decades of experience Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care research and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions including spinal cord and brain injuries multi-trauma traumatic amputations stroke multiple sclerosis and pain. An e...