At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

The Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati is seeking nurse externs for the summer on our Periop Unit . We are looking for nursing students who specifically have a desire to work in surgery post graduation!

During the Nurse Externship Program, students are assigned to preceptors who are experienced Registered Nurses chosen for their excellence in practice. Externs participate in a number of clinical experiences and attend special seminars designed to enhance their practice. Externs are assigned to areas that match their personal interests and will complete clinical rotations.

The Mercy Health Summer Nurse Externship Program is a twelve-week, summer program from June 3, 2024 to August 23, 2024.

Externs will be compensated while in the program and are expected to work the designated schedule with an assigned preceptor, following their work schedule. Externs are also expected to attend all required educational experiences.

Eligibility Requirements for the Summer Nurse Extern Program are as follows:

1. Currently enrolled in an accredited RN program and have completed one class and one clinical rotation to qualify.

2. Commit to the entire summer program.

3. Complete Online Employment Application.

Working Conditions

*Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

*May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

*May be required to use physical restraints

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

*May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

*May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids

*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

*May have periods of constant interruptions

General office environment

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel

*Prolonged periods of working alone

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

*Neonates (0-4 weeks)

*Infant (1-12 months)

*Pediatrics (1-12 years)

*Adolescents (13-17 years)

*Adults (18-64 years)

*Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-100%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%

Stoop/Kneel 34-66%

Crawling 1-33%

Climbing 1-33%

Balance 34-66%

Bending 67-100%

Sitting 34-66%

Walking 67-100%

Standing 67-100%

Additional Physical Requirements

*Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

*Perform shift work

*Maneuver weight of patients

*Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

*Reach above shoulder

*Repetitive arm/hand movements

*Finger Dexterity

*Color Vision

*Acuity - far

*Acuity - near

*Depth perception

*Use of latex products

*Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

*Exposure to moving mechanical parts

*Exposure to dust/fumes

*Exposure to potential electrical shock

*Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

*Exposure to high pitched noises

*Gaseous risk exposure

Other:

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com