Nursing Assistant- Student Resource

MyMichigan Health • Saginaw, MI

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant-Student Resource position is for students currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program who have completed one clinical semester. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nursing Assistant performs and assists with patients’ activities of daily living and treatments according to established policies, procedures, and guidelines. Patient-related tasks must be directed or approved by the RN; the Nursing Assistant does not take independent action with patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; must be a current nursing student enrolled in a qualifying nursing program.
• Must have completed one clinical semester in an accredited nursing program, or meet the stated alternative patient-care credential requirements.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the AHA within one month of hire or transfer.
• Must hold an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification, or meet an accepted alternative: one semester of nursing clinical education in an accredited Registered Nurse program; current Michigan CNA registry documentation; Michigan EMT licensure; completion of an accredited LPN program culminating in Michigan licensure; or an accepted Medical Assistant credential (RMA, CMA, CCMA, or equivalent).
• Computer experience and competency in Microsoft Windows; may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• Good organizational skills, teamwork, ability to work under high pressure, and sound judgment.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate clearly with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels.
• Ability to support nursing’s mission, goals, policies, and standards; provide a safe and secure patient environment; and deliver professional, courteous customer service.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and stay awake.
• Able to move freely about the facility with or without an assistive device and perform the job’s functions; overall vision and hearing are necessary, with or without assistive devices.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment, including latex materials or an appropriate substitute if required.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role: medium demand, including occasional lifting or carrying 21–50 lbs., frequent handling of 20 lbs. and walking, standing, pushing or pulling, and constant handling of 10 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the nurse, prioritize and organize care for assigned patients and perform basic nurse’s aide skills in accordance with orientation, competencies, policies, and procedures.
• Document treatments and pertinent observations in the patient’s chart as directed by the RN, and report completed tasks to the team.
• Immediately communicate significant information to the RN, including changes in a patient’s behavior or condition.
• Follow emergency procedures in situations such as accidents, injuries, or significant changes in a patient’s condition.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment and a high level of confidentiality.
• Remain awake, alert, calm, and professional.
• Perform patient tasks only when directed or approved by the RN; do not take independent action with patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the RN or management leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED