Clinical Nursing Student: Hands-On Care & Growth

Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nursing Student to gain direct patient care experience under RN guidance. The role is designed for ongoing nursing education through shadowing and supervised care, aligning with federal and state regulations and hospital policies.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a nursing program, have completed clinical coursework, and are pursuing hands-on clinical exposure in an acute/long-term care setting, with a focus on safety and patient-centered

Qualifications

• HS/GED is required.
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program and has completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop critical thinking skills with RN collaboration to ensure quality care.
• Provide basic patient care including vital signs, hygiene, mobility and daily living activities.
• Act as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns.
• Provide high level customer service to patients, families and staff.
• Document patient information accurately and timely.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Nursing process

Infection control

Patient care

Education

HS/GED (required)

Currently enrolled in nursing program; completed one clinical nursing course & one clinical rotation

Job description

Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nursing Student to gain direct patient care experience under RN guidance. The role is designed for ongoing nursing education through shadowing and supervised care, aligning with federal and state regulations and hospital policies.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a nursing program, have completed clinical coursework, and are pursuing hands-on clinical exposure in an acute/long-term care setting, with a focus on safety and patient-centered