About the role#
As a Student Nurse in the Cardiac Step-Down unit, you will work alongside registered nurses, preceptors, and licensed healthcare professionals. This role focuses on building your critical thinking skills and gaining clinical experience to prepare you for your transition into practice after graduation. You will work in a professional environment that prioritizes patient safety, quality outcomes, and service excellence.
What you'll do#
- Partner with experienced clinical staff to develop your nursing skills.
- Build and maintain relationships with patients, their families, colleagues, and the broader community.
- Practice teamwork within a clinical setting.
- Focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining patient safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited RN or LPN program.
- Completion of at least one semester of your nursing program.
- Completion of Level 1 Fundamentals of Nursing.
- A high school diploma or GED.
- A vocational or technical school diploma.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Prior experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred.
- An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Bradenton, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About UHS
Universal Health Services is a healthcare provider founded in 1979. The company operates a network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and outpatient centers across the United States, Puerto Rico, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. It is a public company based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The organization maintains a workforce of over 100,000 employees.
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