Clinical Nursing Student (CNS)– Intermediate Care Unit 7S - St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital

Mercy Health • Youngstown, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs various general duties and assists in the provision of patient care of all age groups as directed by the Registered Nurse and Organizational Leadership. The role provides direct care for patients, answers call lights, and performs clerical/courier/transporter functions. The Clinical Nursing Student collects data through observation and instrumentation, and recognizes and communicates pertinent information to multidisciplinary teams to ensure prompt attention to patient and departmental needs.

Requirements

• Requires at least 1 semester of Nursing Clinical rotation completed or be a current STNA
• Will be required to work at least 24 hrs. per 6 week schedule
• Must be currently enrolled in a professional school of nursing and have successfully completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical experience, or be within 90 days post graduation.
• Must be currently enrolled in a professional school of nursing and have successfully completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical experience and be CPR certified.
• Maintains and Demonstrates competency in required clinical skills/competencies.
• Demonstrates computer literacy and basic technological abilities or completion of basic computer class.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions and patient information.
• Accurately reporting and documenting data and services provided.
• Good Interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with the multidisciplinary team and patients in a manner that fosters the team concept and supports the core values of the organization.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to change and constant interruptions, with the ability to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple activities while working in a fast paced, environment.
• Combination of post-secondary education and experience in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

• May Work as PCA to pick up extra time (not required)

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with measures of comfort and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing, and grooming.
• Assist patients with mobility by performing active and passive range of motion, lifting, turning, repositioning, ambulation, and transportation.
• Performs routine patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse including but not limited to obtaining specimens, recording vital signs, applying ice/heat/compress/ dressings, intake/output, point of care testing, 12 lead EKG, and reapplying monitors.
• May perform CPR.
• Explains procedures to patients allaying apprehension and eliciting cooperation.
• May assist in restraining combative patients.
• Performs tasks and procedures independently after successful performance with a RN or ONLY under the direct supervision and responsibility of a RN including but not limited to changing peripheral IV site dressings, phlebotomy, removal of peripheral IV’s, inserting and/or removing urinary catheters, performing simple trach care, administering non-medicated enemas, performing oral suctioning, changing ostomy appliances and performing ostomy care, and assisting with transferring patients to a higher level of care.
• Assists nursing team in the process of admitting, transferring, and discharging patients, including notifying appropriate individuals and departments, assembles patient charts and related paperwork, assisting and performing environmental orientation of patients, preparing, stocking, cleaning of rooms, documenting historical information, and securing belongings and valuables.
• Clerical skills/duties including but not limited to courier services, answering phones/call lights and orders, obtains, stocks, places, tests, discontinues, and removes patient equipment and supplies.
• Communicates and Documents pertinent patient and general information and services provided.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and works with others as applicable to resolve issues and concerns.
• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Embraces Standards of Behavior.
• Demonstrates behavior consistent with Mission and Core Values.
• Holds Self and Others accountable for behaviors that promote service excellence.
• Provides excellent customer service.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees