Student Nurse Tech

UAB St. Vincent's • Birmingham, AL

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Student Nurse Tech provides direct nursing care under the supervision of a nurse and in accordance with the healthcare organization’s established policies, procedures, and protocols. The role is for a student accepted or enrolled in an accredited nursing program. Student Nurse Techs are expected to transition into a nursing role within the organization after graduation; if they do not accept an organizational nursing position, their employment in this role ends on their graduation date.

This PRN position is based at UAB St. Vincent's East. Scheduling may include day, evening, or night shifts, and requires 48 hours of work during each 8-week scheduling period, including one Saturday or Sunday shift. The LPN cohort is currently full.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Accepted or enrolled in a nursing program upon hire or transfer, and begin classes within 90 days of that date. Exceptions are made for students in one semester of remediation, academic probation, or equivalent.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
• Must work 48 hours in an 8-week scheduling period, including one weekend shift on Saturday or Sunday.
• Expected to transition into a nursing role within the organization upon graduation; employment as a Student Nurse Tech ends at graduation if the employee does not accept an organizational nursing position.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a nurse and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Complete assigned nursing orders, including helping patients with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
• Observe patients’ status and responses, and document and report changes in their physical, mental, or emotional condition to appropriate staff.
• Report test results and patient observations to appropriate staff.
• Accurately document all patient care in the medical record.
• Maintain a safe, orderly environment by keeping patient rooms clean and ensuring medical equipment is prepared and maintained.
• Perform other assigned tasks, including environmental services and preparing or transporting patients for diagnostic services.

What This Job Offers

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