Student Nurse Aide- Medical​/Surgical

## Student Nurse Aide
- Medical/Surgical Apply:
Visalia, California:
Part time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
November 20, 2026 (30+ days left to apply):
R26 Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.

It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.
** Benefits Eligible
** Not Benefits Eligible
** Work Shift
** Day - 12 Hour Shift (United States of America)
** Department
* * 6172 Medical/Surgical-3NUnder the direction of the registered nurse, the purpose of this position is to provide holistic care for patients and families served.

QUALIFICATIONS License /Certification

Required:

BLS  Preferred:
Current CA Certified Nursing Assistant certification    Education

Required:

Current enrollment in an accredited RN program with successful completion of at least one semester.

Employee must submit updated transcript to HR each term and notify Manager and HR of any changes in nursing program enrollment.

Participation in an approved Work Study Program affiliated with the school of nursing OR current Kaweah Health employment while enrolled in a Kaweah Health/Unitek nursing program eligible for the practice and academic partnership (not for academic credit) required.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Essential    The Student Nurse Aide (SNA) is responsible for having the college/university’s student skills competency checklist available at all times while working as a SNA. School checklist duties may only be performed when school is in session and only after skills have been validated by the school of Nursing in conjunction with the KH RN preceptor.

PLEASE NOTE:

Performance of skills and duties identified on the college/university skills checklist that are strictly prohibited include, but are not limited to the following: IV initiation and therapy, medication administration, obtaining and processing of physician orders, glucose monitoring, all Point of Care (POC) testing, and similar procedures. The SNA may continuously perform (including non-instructional days) the following duties upon completion of Kaweah Health position/unit specific competencies.
Reports any variance in the patient's condition, to licensed staff. Reports specific patient or family needs, concerns, and changes in activity to licensed staff.
Refers complaints and problems to licensed staff or department manager immediately.
Answers patient call lights within two minutes as assigned.
Greets patients and family members in friendly professional manner. Identifies self by name and job category. As assigned, assists patient with their needs.
Is an active participant in achieving quality patient care.
Maintains confidentiality with all patient care issues.
Complies with current policies and procedures including safety and infection control. Performs tasks safely.
Assists the Nursing staff in performing tasks as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
Provides for the toilet needs of patients by emptying bedpans and drainage container. Reports any variation in amount, color, consistency, and odor of output to the RN.
Provides assistance with the admission, transfer, and…