Student Nurse Achievement Program (SNAP) - Med Surg Ortho

St. Elizabeth Healthcare • Florence, SC

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About The Position

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Student Nurse (SNAP) for our Med Surg Ortho Unit located within the Florence Hospital. The best nursing career starts here. Join our nursing team and find out what it means to be “Right Here.” 60% of our nurses have been with us 10 years or more! A nursing career at St. Elizabeth means inspiring hope and healing in those who need it most. You'll enjoy the culture, compensation, and benefits you want, while receiving the support you need to advance your career. With five Magnet-recognized facilities and a tradition of excellence unmatched in our region, St. Elizabeth is a place where nurses can flourish, and where their commitment to patients is mirrored by our administration's commitment to them. Come see why we continue to be one of the most highly awarded health systems in our region.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in good standing at an accredited nursing program.
• Successful completion of first clinical rotation in an accredited nursing program.
• Not listed on Kentucky or Indiana Abuse Registry.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of a RN or LPN.
• Provides general patient care such as bathing, mouth care and peri-care, dressing of patients, and changing/making beds.
• Responsible for positioning patients, lifting and turning, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting with bowel and bladder functions and ambulating patients.
• Prepares and assists patients with meals, feeds patients, removes dietary trays and records accurate intake and output.
• Documents amount and percent of meals and fluids consumed according to Intake and Output and Calorie Count procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions, both oral and written and work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Acquires knowledge of and develops skills in basic patient care procedures and charting care provided.
• Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• Attends and seeks out education programs, as assigned, to maintain and learn new treatments, procedures, clinical skills, and complete mandatory in-service days to maintain certification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Culture of support and advancement in nursing career.
• Opportunity to work in a Magnet-recognized facility.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED