Student Nurse Tech - Per Diem

Select Medical; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k after 1000 hours

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Laurel Highlands in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Student Nurse Technician who is currently enrolled in an ADN or BSN program. You will support registered nurses with vital signs, basic care, and daily activities while gaining hands-on nursing experience aligned with NCLEX preparation.

The role offers per diem scheduling with 4 twelve-hour shifts every six weeks. A strong orientation and potential advancement opportunities are highlighted, with shift differentials for

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and aseptic practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height, weight and demographics.
• Assist with personal and daily care (bathing, oral hygiene, shaving, hair care).
• Assist with urinary catheter removal, finger-stick blood sugars, bladder scans, urine/stool collection, ostomy care, drainage tubes.
• Remove peripheral IVs as directed by RN (not in antecubital fossa or higher).
• Deliver meals and snacks; assist patients unable to feed themselves; document intake.
• Turn and position immobile patients; assist with mobility program.
• Transport patients to designated areas (treatment centers).

Skills

Communication skills

Aseptic techniques

BLS certification

Education

Nursing school enrollment (ADN/BSN)

Job description

Overview

Position: Student Nurse Tech (Future Registered Nurse)

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Latrobe, PA

Schedule: Per Diem/PRN, 4 12 hr shifts every 6 weeks

Compensation: $20.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for nights and weekends

This position requires current enrollment in an accredited nursing school (ADN or BSN program) and must provide proof of completion of the first year/fundamentals of nursing, (or equivalent).

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery.Unlock your nursing potential as a Student Nurse Technician with us. Come join our team and acquire diverse, hands‑on experience that will prepare you for success in your nursing career. We customize experiences to align with nursing education and NCLEX requirements.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.

• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full‑time opportunities

• Foster Well‑being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.

• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height, weight and demographic data

• Assist patients with personal and daily care, such as bathing, oral hygiene, shaving and hair care

• Assist with urinary catheter removal, finger stick blood sugars, bladder scans, routine urine and stool specimen collection, ostomy care and emptying drainage receptacles/tubes

• Remove peripheral IV’s as directed by RN (may not remove any IV’s located in antecubital fossa or higher)

• Deliver meals and snacks, feed patients who are unable to feed themselves and document oral intake

• Turn and position immobile patients safely while maintaining proper body alignment; participate in mobility program

• Transport patients to designated areas, such as to and from various treatment centers

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing school (ADN or BSN program) - must provide proof of completion of the first year/fundamentals of nursing (or equivalent)

• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures and aseptic practices

• Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to follow written and verbal instructions, and to maintain effective working relations with others including patients, families, physicians and other hospital associates.

• BLS certification required upon hire

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Location : Location US-PA-Latrobe

Job ID 374933

Position Type Per Diem

Experience (Years) 0

Category Student Nurse Technician

Company Select Specialty Hospital - Laurel Highlands