Winter Nurse Extern Program
- At least 48 hours of paid clinical experiences during winter break
- 1:1 experienced RN preceptor
- Varied Shifts based on preceptor
- Open to senior nursing students graduating Spring 2027
- Must have completed medical surgical clinical rotation in an accredited nursing program
- Must provide an unofficial transcript and letter of recommendation from a nursing professor
- Limited opportunities on:
- Med/Surg
- Progress Care IMCU
WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital is a non-profit health services organization providing preventative services, primary care, diagnostic services, acute care and rehabilitation services to the residents of northern Lancaster County and surrounding communities. The hospital is licensed to accommodate 122 acute care patients and eight acute rehabilitation patients.
Independently developed more than 65 years ago to serve local needs, the WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital’s primary purpose is to assure community access to health care that is high in quality, compassionate and cost-effective. In cooperation with a qualified and diversified medical staff, the hospital attends to the personal needs of all patients with courtesy, efficiency and professionalism.
WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital is noted for its distinct ability to combine medical technology with the friendly, personalized care the community has come to expect from physicians and Hospital staff alike.
General Summary
Provides direct care to patients by performing a variety of duties, including assisting with data collection, provision of care, completion of selected therapeutic interventions, and documentation of care provided for a specified group of patients.
WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital
One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital offers a full range of leading-edge inpatient, outpatient and emergent care services. The hospital is noted for its distinct ability to combine state-of-the-art medical technology with quality, compassionate care to meet the needs of the more than 550,000 residents of northern Lancaster County and the surrounding area. As a full-service, non-profit acute-care hospital, with a 141 licensed bed capacity, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital admits approximately 5,500 patients annually. Nearby WellSpan Ephrata Cancer Center supports the hospital as part of WellSpan’s regional network of five cancer centers. WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Provides information needed by the registered nurse to coordinate the care and discharge planning for the patient and family.
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Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans and positioning.
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Assists in the preparation and transportation of patients for tests, procedures, etc.
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Monitors patient condition levels; reports changes to the appropriate individuals.
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Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse, pain, and department-specific requirements.
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Performs selected procedures per Nurse Extern checklist.
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Sets up and removes equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is functioning properly and stored appropriately.
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Performs EKGs and Point-of-Care testing which may include blood glucose, hemoccult and specific gravity testing.
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Runs special errands as required. Responds to light calls.
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Ensures patient rooms, nursing areas, supply carts, etc. are stocked with appropriate items at required levels.
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Maintains par levels of supplies and equipment on assigned unit(s). Notifies supervisor when reorder points are reached.
Common Expectations:
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Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
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Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
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Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings.
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Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
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High School Diploma or GED Currently enrolled in an approved Nursing program with completion of two clinical semesters. Required and
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High School Diploma or GED Enrollment in an accredited BSN program Preferred
Licenses:
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Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Courses and Training:
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Completion of at least one medical-surgical clinical rotation Upon Hire Required
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Must be passing in an accredited program prior to Summer Externship Program Upon Hire Required
WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.
