Student Nurse Tech - Shifts

Position Status:
Part time Shift: Variable Less than 12 hour shift (United States of America) Hours per week: 0 Job Information Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

This experienced student team member is a part of the care delivery team under the direction of and assistive to, a Registered Nurse to provide delegated, direct patient care intervention, including the performance of non-sterile procedures. Responsible for providing a safe environment for assigned patients; to complete the assigned work; to monitor the patient for changes in condition and to report those changes to the RN/LPN.

This student team member is an important member of the patient care team who uses acquired, clerical skills to assist in maintaining efficient workflow to ensure safe, quality care with a patient centered approach focusing on continuity of patient care and satisfaction.

Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program or enrolled in their first semester of in an accredited nursing program and is a Certified Nurse Assistant.

Experience in an office, hospital, or clinic setting.

• Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)
• Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)
• Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)
• Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)
• Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)

First Responder - RQI Required within 90 days.

Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness. Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes. Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner. Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to assigned nurse.

Student Nurse Techs are restricted from performing any RN license tasks. Delivers care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect. Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.

Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings. Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others’ uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs. Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development. Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model Utilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.

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