Student Nurse Tech - PCU
About The Position
The Student Nurse Tech reports to the Nurse Manager and, under the direct supervision of a Licensed Nurse, performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes. This position is scheduled for 36 hours per week. The role requires a high school diploma, successful completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing course as determined by the nursing program, and current participation in an accredited nursing program. Current Basic Life Support certification is required, through an American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (or recognized equivalent) or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. The position requires the ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required, deal effectively with stressful situations, and meet the listed physical and sensory requirements. The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Successful passing of a Fundamentals of Nursing course, as determined by the institution in which the candidate is enrolled.
- Currently participating in a nursing program at an accredited institution.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers or AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
- Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
- Ability to work in a latex-safe environment and be physically qualified for respirator use, initially and as required.
- Ability to meet the stated physical and sensory requirements, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted infrequently, and maintaining required vision, hearing, tactile, and olfactory functions.
Responsibilities
- Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
- Assist patients with everyday needs, including personal hygiene, toileting, and grooming.
- Monitor vital signs, EKG signals, and patient condition.
- Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments.
- Ensure rooms have adequate patient-care supplies and clean linen.
- Assist patients with particular issues or needs.
- Provide appropriate emotional support.
- Place patients on cardiac monitors.
- Empty drains, ostomies, and Foley bags.
- Perform blood sugar checks.
- Perform other duties assigned by the department leader.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
