Student Nurse or Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Stepdown Unit - Anderson Hospital

Mercy Health Partners; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks compassionate and dedicated Student Nurses to join their exceptional team. In this role, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring the highest quality of care for patients. You'll have the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills and gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. This position is ideal for those currently enrolled in a nursing program who are eager to learn and contribute to patient well-being. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your growth and offers comprehensive benefits, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Plans

Dental and Vision Plans

Prescription Drug Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employer Retirement Contributions

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; enrolled in nursing program with clinical experience.
• BLS certification preferred; experience in acute or long-term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, including vital signs and personal hygiene.
• Support nursing process and develop critical thinking skills through collaboration.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patient Safety Knowledge

Infection Prevention

Critical Thinking

Basic Hygiene Care

Team Dynamics

Clinical Technology Use

Documentation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently Enrolled in Nursing Program

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Student Nurse provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Essential Job Functions

1. Under direction of the RN, supports the nurse in the application of the nursing process.
2. Works to develop critical thinking skills through collaboration with the RN to ensure quality patient care delivery.
3. Seeks out educational opportunities related to nursing practice and critical thinking.
4. Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit based specialty duties.
5. Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to nurse.
6. Provides high level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employees.
7. Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
8. Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
9. Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.

Education

HS/GED (required)
Currently enrolled in a nursing program and has completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation (required)

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Training

Must have completed First Clinical Rotation as a Nursing Student
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Work Experience

Recent experience in acute care and/or long term care facility (preferred)

Working Conditions

*Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
*May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
*May be required to use physical restraints.
*May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
*May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
*May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
*May have periods of constant interruptions.
General office environment.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
*Prolonged periods of working alone.

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

*Neonates (0-4 weeks)
*Infant (1-12 months)
*Pediatrics (1-12 years)
*Adolescents (13-17 years)
*Adults (18-64 years)
*Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-100%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%
Stoop/Kneel 34-66%
Crawling 1-33%
Climbing 1-33%
Balance 34-66%
Bending 67-100%
Sitting 34-66%
Walking 67-100%
Standing 67-100%

Additional Physical Requirements

*Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
*Perform shift work
*Maneuver weight of patients
*Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
*Reach above shoulder
*Repetitive arm/hand movements
*Finger Dexterity
*Color Vision
*Acuity - far
*Acuity - near
*Depth perception
*Use of latex products
*Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
*Exposure to moving mechanical parts
*Exposure to dust/fumes
*Exposure to potential electrical shock
*Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
*Exposure to high pitched noises
*Gaseous risk exposure

Skills

1. Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team.
2. Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team.
3. Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care).
4. Infection prevention and transmission-based precautions.
5. Understanding of clerical duties and office-based technology.
6. Team dynamics.
7. Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition).
8. Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care.
9. Assists with feeding, hydration, and nutrition.
10. Assists with bowel and bladder elimination.
11. Ambulation and patient mobility.
12. Use of clinical technology.
13. Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activities.
14. Accountability for completion of assigned tasks.
15. Escalation of concerns via chain of command.
16. Critical thinking.
17. Advanced problem solving.
18. Understanding of nursing process.
19. Professionalism.

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.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].