Student Nurse Extern (SNE) - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant Student Nurse Extern to join their dynamic Care Delivery Team. This role is perfect for student nurses pursuing licensure, providing an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in patient care. Under the direct supervision of RN team leaders, you will assist with daily living activities, document patient findings, and support the nursing team in a collaborative environment. With a focus on learning and growth, this position offers essential exposure to the healthcare field, preparing you for a successful nursing career. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employer contributions to retirement plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Must be a student nurse pursuing licensure.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures.
• Requires completion of a Nurse Aide Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care and activities of daily living.
• Documents findings and reports to RN team leader.
• Cleans and restocks nursing units as needed.

Skills

Nursing Practices

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Classes

Nurse Aide Training Program

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: All (United States of America)

Job Description

General Summary
Must be student nurse pursuing licensure. Functioning as a member of the Care Delivery Team, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Student nurse extern provides basic patient care and activities of daily living under the direct supervision of the RN team leader. Utilizes the nursing process and assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care under RN direction. The Patient Care Assistant Student Nurse Extern will not perform any procedures that require licensing by the State of Ohio (for example, passing medications, nursing diagnosis or completion of an admission assessment). Performs assigned selected functional tasks, treatments and procedures relative to patient care and the unit environment. Reports all findings, information and observations to the RN team leader. Documents findings within capabilities on the appropriate forms. Cleans and restocks various nursing units. Retrieves medical records as necessary. Performs various clerical duties and acts as messenger as necessary.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures at a normally acquired through high school and through nursing classes.
2. Requires the completion of a two-week Nurse Aide Training Program and achievement of a passing grade on the State of Ohio Test for Nurse Aides through the Ohio Department of Health; this requirement may be completed after being hired. Should the individual not be state tested, they must have completed the 1st year of clinicals from an accredited registered nursing program.
3. Generally requires three-four weeks of orientation and approximately three to six months related work experience in order to function independently.
4. Communication skills (written, verbal, and nonverbal) necessary in order to relate well with people of varying backgrounds including patients, family and staff.
5. Must provide Faculty recommendation from current School of Nursing.

Working Conditions Reporting Relationships

Normal patient care environment with little exposure to noise, dust, temperature and the like.

Regular (up to fifty percent of work time) exposure to communicable diseases and certain distasteful patient care activities.

Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail fifty to eighty percent of work time.

Substantial physical effort exerted up to fifty percent of work time.

Ability to walk, stand, and bend up to eighty percent of work time.

Reports To: Reports to assigned Manager/Supervisor.

Department: Stepdown ICU - Springfield

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

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.