About the role#
The Nurse Extern Advancement Training (N.E.A.T.) program is a 6-week summer opportunity for nursing students. You will work under the supervision of a licensed professional to support patient care and unit operations. This program runs from June through July.
What you'll do#
- Provide personal care for patients, including those requiring special precautions.
- Perform tasks such as simple wound care, EKGs, peripheral INT removal, and basic phlebotomy once competency is validated.
- Assist with activities of daily living like hygiene, nutrition, and comfort measures under the guidance of an RN preceptor.
- Monitor and report patient data including vital signs, intake and output, daily weights, pulse oximetry, and blood glucose.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and the unit.
- Support the psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and their families.
- Follow all hospital policies, safety standards, and infection control procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a professional nursing school with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a Nursing Fundamentals course from an accredited school.
- At least 40 hours of direct patient care clinical experience.
- Ability to commit to the full 6-week schedule, 4 days per week, 6 hours per day.
- Valid CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
- Eligibility to apply for State of Virginia licensure.
Location & details#
- Location: Newport News, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: Paid at $18.00 per hour.
About Riverside Health
Riverside Health operates as a non-profit integrated network of hospitals, physicians, and medical facilities. It provides health care services to residents across eastern Virginia. The organization was founded in 1915 and maintains its headquarters in Newport News. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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