Student Nurse Aide- Medical/Surgical

Kaweah Delta Health Care District • Visalia, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the registered nurse, the purpose of this position is to provide holistic care for patients and families served. 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. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• BLS

Nice To Haves

• Current CA Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Responsibilities

• 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 discharge of patients.
• Orients patients to room (call light, storage of belongings, etc.).
• Assists patients with meals, snacks, and with water pitchers.
• Assists with activities of daily living: bath, ambulation oral care, etc.
• Collects and records intake and output, weight, height, and vital signs as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Collects respiratory rate by direct observation of the patient.
• Collects, labels, and delivers specimens.
• Provides post-mortem care and assists in transporting the body to the morgue.
• Assists with emergency care by participating in crash cart checks, providing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, and responding to Code Blue.
• Handles the personal property of the patient with great care.
• Personal appearance shall reflect a well groomed, professional appearance as outlined in HR.107, Professional Appearance Guidelines.
• Watches with timing capabilities, i.e. seconds hand or stopwatch, are required uniform components.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and neat patient environment.
• Must keep all required certifications current.
• Documents all care provided in the EMR as soon after the care occurs as possible.
• Performs Unit Secretary duties for the unit (Pediatrics).
• May stock IV fluids and Irrigation fluids in locked supply drawers on mother/baby unit (Obstetrics).
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.
• Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs.
• Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree