Student Nurse Assistant

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Medical Center is seeking a student nurse to join the patient care team on a unit, collaborating with RN-PCC, PCA, PSA and UCA to deliver coordinated patient care. This student role emphasizes patient involvement in care plans and cost-conscious care delivery.

Enrollment in an accredited nursing program is required, with completion of a health assessment course or clinical. A one-day training course after hire and background check are required; equal opportunity

Qualifications

• Nursing student enrolled in a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing program
• Completion of a nursing health assessment course or nursing clinical
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills
• Successful completion of a one-day student nurse training course after hire

Responsibilities

• Be an integral member of the care team on a patient care unit
• Support achievement of patient care outcomes and involvement in patient plans of care
• Collaborate with RN-PCC, PCA, PSA and UCA to deliver patient-focused care
• Participate in efforts to reduce hospitalization length and costs

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Nursing student in CCNE/ACEN program

Nursing health assessment course or clinical

Job description

The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care provided to patients. The Student Nurse functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, who reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Registered Nurse- Patient Care Coordinator (RN-PCC), the Patient Care Associate (PCA), the Patient Services Associate (PSA) and the Unit Clerical Associate (UCA) provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving service levels, reducing the length of hospitalization, and decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members.

Minimum Education Required

Currently enrolled college/university nursing student

Required Qualifications

• Nursing student enrolled in a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program
• Completion of a nursing health assessment course or nursing clinical
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills
• Successful completion of a one-day student nurse training course required after hire

Please note this is only for students in accredited nursing programs.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.