Student Nurse Aide-M/S Ortho Neuro

About the role#

As a Student Nurse Aide in the M/S Ortho Neuro department, you will provide care for patients and their families under the direction of a registered nurse. You will support the nursing staff by assisting with daily tasks and ensuring patient needs are met while maintaining a safe and clean environment. This role is designed for nursing students to gain practical experience while completing their education.

What you'll do#

• Answer patient call lights within two minutes and greet patients and families professionally.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, oral care, and ambulation.
• Help with patient meals, snacks, and water.
• Collect and record vital signs, height, weight, and intake and output data.
• Assist with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Report changes in patient condition or family concerns to licensed staff.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all safety and infection control policies.
• Document care provided in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with emergency care, including CPR and Code Blue responses.
• Maintain your college student skills competency checklist and perform only validated duties.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an accredited RN program with at least one semester successfully completed.
• Participation in an approved Work Study Program affiliated with your nursing school or current employment at Kaweah Health while enrolled in a Kaweah Health/Unitek nursing program.
• BLS certification.
• Ability to obtain Kaweah Health approved crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire.
• Current CA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred.
• Ability to submit updated transcripts to HR each term.

Location & details#

• This position is located in Visalia, California.
• The role is part-time and on-site.
• You will work 12-hour day shifts.