Nurse Extern- Huntington Hospital

Job description

Job Description: Under direct supervision of a registered nurse, performs select procedures and treatments. Maintains patient care units in orderly condition and assists RN as requested. This is a per diem position with variable shifts that is 1- year long beginning June, 2026. Job Responsibility: - Assists Registered Nurse by performing selected procedures and treatments. - Documents the patient’s medical record under the supervision of designated RN and report any abnormal findings to RN. - Performs treatments, i.e. dressing changes, pressure ulcer care, trach care, suctioning and records results under supervision of RN. - Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, weight and blood pressure. - Administers enemas/high colonies and records results. - Checks potency of drainage tubes (folly catheter, NG tubes) and records results. - Assists with tube feedings after validation of tube placement by RN. - Strips patient units and equipment upon discharge and prepares room for new admission and postoperative patients. - Transports and accompanies patients to various departments, as directed. - Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered e...