Clinical Nursing Student — Hands-On Care & RN Shadowing

Mercy Home Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Continuing education support

Job summary

Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital seeks a Clinical Nursing Student to gain clinical experience while providing direct patient care under RN supervision. The role supports the nursing process and requires adherence to regulatory policies and hospital procedures.

The student engages in patient data collection, vital signs, mobility assistance and accurate documentation, with opportunities for EPIC EHR training (preferred) and hands-on learning within the department.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supports the nurse in applying the nursing process.
• Develops critical thinking with the RN to ensure quality patient care.
• Provides basic patient care including comfort, vitals, hygiene and mobility.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse and reports changes.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation of patient care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Nursing knowledge

Documentation

Education

HS/GED

Nursing program enrollment with clinical coursework

Job description

Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital seeks a Clinical Nursing Student to gain clinical experience while providing direct patient care under RN supervision. The role supports the nursing process and requires adherence to regulatory policies and hospital procedures.

The student engages in patient data collection, vital signs, mobility assistance and accurate documentation, with opportunities for EPIC EHR training (preferred) and hands-on learning within the department.