Sanford Student Nurse Advancement Program

Sanford Health • Bismarck, ND

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Start your nursing career before graduation through Sanford's Student Nurse Advancement Program! This unique program provides nursing students with paid, hands-on clinical experience while completing their nursing education. Participants begin their journey in a Patient Care Technician role, working alongside experienced healthcare professionals to develop valuable patient care skills, gain confidence in a clinical setting, and prepare for a successful transition into a Registered Nurse career. As participants progress through their education and gain experience, they'll have opportunities to advance within the program, including Patient Care Technician II, internship experiences and future Registered Nurse (RN) career opportunities with Sanford.

Program Highlights:
- Paid clinical experience in an inpatient healthcare setting
- Opportunity to gain real-world patient care experience while attending nursing school
- Mentorship and support from experienced nurses and healthcare professionals
- Development of foundational clinical and professional nursing skills
- Advancement opportunities through Sanford's Student Nurse Advancement Program, including internship and RN career pathways
- Ability to build relationships and establish your career with Sanford before graduation

Summary
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description
Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program
• Meet all Sanford employment requirements
• Successfully complete required orientation and onboarding activities
• Maintain acceptable job performance standards
• Remain in good academic standing within your nursing program
• Maintain required certifications, competencies, and compliance requirements
• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry.
• Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
• Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient.
• Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.

Benefits

• Paid clinical experience in an inpatient healthcare setting
• Opportunity to gain real-world patient care experience while attending nursing school
• Mentorship and support from experienced nurses and healthcare professionals
• Development of foundational clinical and professional nursing skills
• Advancement opportunities through Sanford's Student Nurse Advancement Program, including internship and RN career pathways
• Ability to build relationships and establish your career with Sanford before graduation

What This Job Offers

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