ICU- Nursing Student Extern- Per Diem

Clinical Student Extern

Cayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys, an organization focused on the integration and strategic operations of this expanding health system, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York.

The Clinical Student Externship is a training program offered by CHS for students to experience clinical practices and realities of the clinical settings before graduation. The student provides direct care to patients and families under the mentorship and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Obtaining and reporting vital signs, ambulation, and repositioning of patients as scheduled or as needed in a timely manner.
• Reporting abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions of the patient to the appropriate RN. Examples include changes in vital signs, ADL's, patient ambulation and/or transfers, and daily weights.
• Monitoring and recording intake and output of fluids and patient weights.
• Participate in advanced clinical skills selected from the competency list as training is accomplished.
• Intentionally rounding on each patient every hour to ensure the above responsibilities are complete and patient needs are met.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Enrolment in a clinical nursing program.
• Clinical experience in applicable patient care program of study.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent hand and finger use (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard).
• Lifting and carrying items up to 40 lbs. (e.g., boxes, equipment, IV solutions), with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch for tasks such as retrieving items from lower shelves or filing in low drawers.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, as the position may require.
• Capacity to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• On-Site at Cayuga Medical Center- 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850
• Shift: Per Diem- Schedule Varies
• 0% Travel can be expected for this role

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $19.50 per hour without benefits

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

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