About the role#
This position is for a Clinical Nursing Student to work in the Progressive Care Unit at Anderson Hospital. You will provide direct patient care while working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. This role is designed to give you clinical experience through job shadowing and the performance of delegated tasks within your scope of practice.
What you'll do#
- Support the RN in the application of the nursing process and participate in patient data collection.
- Develop critical thinking skills through collaboration with nursing staff.
- Provide basic patient care, including assistance with personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and hydration.
- Record vital signs and provide accurate, timely documentation.
- Act as a liaison between patients and their nurse to report changes or concerns.
- Participate in hand-off reports and utilize clinical technology as needed.
- Seek out educational opportunities related to nursing practice.
- Escalate patient concerns through the appropriate chain of command.
What you'll need#
- A High School diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment in a nursing program.
- Completion of at least one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation.
- Ability to follow directions and communicate clearly with the healthcare team.
- Knowledge of patient safety standards and infection prevention.
- BLS certification is preferred.
- Recent experience in an acute or long-term care facility is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- The role operates on a rolling basis.
About Mercy Health
Mercy Health is a nonprofit health care provider based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 2013, the organization operates as part of the Trinity Health system. It maintains a focus on specialties including cardiology, oncology, neurology, and orthopedics. The system employs over 10,001 people across its locations.
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