Student Nursing Assistant, Float Pool

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Student Nurse for per diem shifts, assisting in quality patient care under supervision. This role is ideal for nursing students looking to gain practical experience in a dynamic environment while balancing academic responsibilities. Available shifts include both day and night rotations, with flexibility to accommodate school schedules.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required (Basic Life Support cert: American Heart Association)
• Ability to read, speak, write and understand English language.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and move patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team in patient care activities.
• Maintain patient care area in a clean and safe manner.
• Report significant observations and patient problems to nurses.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Mathematical Computation

Confidentiality

Education

Enrolled in accredited nursing program

One completed semester of skills

Completed one semester of a clinical rotation

Enrolled in a related healthcare major (Health Sciences, P.A.)

Job description

Position:Student Nurse
Hours/shifts: see details below (Per Diem)

• 8-hour or 12-hour shifts, available (dependent on unit needs)


• Day/Night rotation


• 2 weekend shifts per month required


• Summer: May 19th through August 29th, up to 32 hours/week available


• Fall/Spring semester: flexible schedule and or reduced hours to align with academic demands of student nurses


• Winter/Spring break schedule: additional hours may be available

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Under the supervision and guidance of the nursing assistant preceptor, the student is a member of the health care team who assists the professional care givers in providing quality care to patients.


• Reports to and is supervised by their preceptor, Clinical Instructor, Registered Nurse/Resource Nurse, Coordinator, and/or Nurse Manager.


• Works collaboratively with the Registered Nurses/Physicians.


• Under supervision and/or guidance, the student has the authority to carry out patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under guidance, and/or supervision

• Functions in the role of Nursing Assistant on the health care team as assigned by the Registered Nurse.


• Performs work to meet schedules and to facilitate quality team health care to patients.


• Reports significant observations and patient problems to professional care givers.


• Maintain confidentiality of patient's records and problems.


• Provides and maintains a clean, orderly, comfortable and safe patient care area.


• Performs non-nursing functions which impact and contribute to the quality of patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse.


• Responsibilities/Non-Essential Functions: as assigned


• Maintain the confidentiality and security of all Hospital-related, Medical-staff related, and patient-related data and information.


• Accountable for observing all Policies and Procedures of the unit, Infection Control, and Medical Center.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• BLS certification required (Basic Life Support cert: American Heart Association)


• Enrolled in accredited nursing program and current nursing student


• Enrolled in a related healthcare major (Health Sciences, P.A.)


• one completed semester of skills


• Completed one semester of a clinical rotation


• Ability to read, speak, write and understand the English language.


• Ability to complete mathematical computations required to perform tasks.


• Ability to lift, transfer, and move patients.

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