About the role#
As a Float Pool Student Nurse Tech, you will work under the direction of an RN or LPN to assist in the individualized care of patients. You will join the Mercy South Float Pool team, gaining experience across diverse units such as Orthopedics, Med/Surg, Telemetry, ICU, and the Emergency Department. This role is designed for nursing students who want to develop their clinical skills in a variety of settings.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the individualized care of patients to help them reach their highest level of wellness.
- Perform designated clinical procedures.
- Handle nonclinical support tasks essential to patient care.
- Work cooperatively with other team members to meet group goals.
- Fulfill minimum PRN requirements, including three shifts within a six-week schedule period, with one shift on a weekend and commitments for one major and one minor holiday.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Enrollment in an approved or accredited nursing program.
- Completion of Fundamentals of Nursing from an accredited school.
- A competency skills list provided by your learning institution.
- Good standing with your school of nursing.
- BLS certification, which must be obtained within one month of hire.
- Previous patient care experience, or experience as an EMT or Paramedic, is preferred.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 pounds regularly, along with the ability to stand, walk, grip, reach, bend, and kneel throughout your shift.
Location & details#
- This position is located at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, Missouri.
- This is an on-site, part-time, paid position.
- The role operates on a rolling basis.
About Mercy
Mercy is a physician-led, integrated health system based in Chesterfield, Missouri. Founded in 1886, the organization operates more than 50 hospitals and nearly 1,000 care sites. It serves communities across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. The nonprofit employs over 30,000 people.
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