Student Nurse Tech - Per Diem - Day Shift

Select Specialty Hospital; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Newport News, VA seeks a Student Nurse Technician (Future Registered Nurse) for a per diem day shift. Compensation is $24 per hour. The role requires current enrollment in an ADN or BSN program and proof of the first year of nursing fundamentals. BLS certification is required upon hire, with exposure to diverse, hands-on nursing experiences to prepare for NCLEX.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
• Must provide proof of completion of the first year/fundamentals of nursing (or equivalent).
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and aseptic practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height, weight, and demographic data.
• Assist patients with personal and daily care (bathing, oral hygiene, etc.).
• Assist with urinary catheter removal, finger-stick blood sugars, bladder scans, and specimen collection.
• Turn and position immobile patients safely and help with mobility programs.
• Deliver meals and assist patients who cannot feed themselves and document intake.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Nursing fundamentals

Education

Active enrollment in ADN/BSN program

Job description

Position: Student Nurse Tech (Future Registered Nurse)

Location: Newport News, VA

Schedule: Per Diem Day Shift

Compensation: $24 per hour

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