Behavioral Health Nursing Associate – Student Role

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital; Bluefield (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a nursing associate for a temporary position designed for current nursing students. The role provides high quality patient care, both direct and indirect, under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The position requires enrollment in an accredited RN program and timely proof of ongoing enrollment, plus BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, transporting patients

Qualifications

• Enrollment as a professional nursing student in a Diploma/Associate/Baccalaureate RN program
• Proof of current, continuing enrollment at completion of each semester

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Transport patients to tests and procedures and escort for discharge.
• Record patient vitals and measurements as assigned.
• Report changes in patient condition to the nurse.
• Assist RN with admissions, transfers, discharges, and routine care.
• Assist in specimen collection and other tasks as assigned.
• Answer call bells and relay messages to staff.
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment to prevent infections.
• Assist with personal hygiene and comfort measures.
• Possibly act as a sitter for assigned patients.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Patient care

Education

Nursing student in accredited RN program

BLS certification within 30 days

Job description

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a nursing associate for a temporary position designed for current nursing students. The role provides high quality patient care, both direct and indirect, under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The position requires enrollment in an accredited RN program and timely proof of ongoing enrollment, plus BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, transporting patients