Temp Nursing Student Care Associate

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a nursing associate for a temporary position designed for current nursing students. You will provide high-quality direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, assisting with daily activities, vital signs, and patient comfort while maintaining a safe environment.

The role requires ongoing enrollment in a nursing program and BLS certification within 30 days of hire, with opportunities to transport patients and

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a professional nursing student in a Diploma Program, Associate, or Baccalaureate RN program of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Must provide proof of current, continuing enrollment at the completion of each semester and documentation like transcript or schedule.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living in a timely manner.
• Safely transports patients to tests and procedures and escorts for discharge.
• Records vital signs and other patient measurements.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assists RN with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care.
• Assists in specimen collection and other patient care activities.
• Responds to patient call bells and relays messages to staff.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Maintains clean, safe environment to prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Assists with personal hygiene and comfort measures.
• May act as sitter for a patient as assigned by charge RN.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Nursing student enrollment (Diploma/AS/BSN)

Job description

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a nursing associate for a temporary position designed for current nursing students. You will provide high-quality direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, assisting with daily activities, vital signs, and patient comfort while maintaining a safe environment.

The role requires ongoing enrollment in a nursing program and BLS certification within 30 days of hire, with opportunities to transport patients and