Student Nurse - Emergency Services

Job Description

University Hospitals Portage Medical Center located in Portage, Ohio is a 33-bed facility, including 11 Super-Track stations, have the shortest wait times for any trauma center in northeast, Ohio.

Description

The Nursing Assistant II (NA II) is an entry-level position specifically designed for current nursing students aiming to enrich their preparation for a nursing career. Under the guidance of an experienced nurse, you will acquire valuable hands-on experience by providing safe, efficient, age-specific care to patients and families in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and/or sustain optimal health status. The role is designed to build upon the experience gained in the classroom and during clinical rotations.

What can I do as a NAII?

NA IIs work under the direction of an RN to provide safe, efficient, age-specific care to patients and families to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and/or sustain optimal health status. Responsibilities include:

Direct patient care delivery, including, but not limited to:

ADLs/hygiene, Vital signs, I&O, Bladder scanning, EKG, Glucometer & other point of care testing (where applicable) and Restraints

Communication and documentation of interventions and observations

Participation in quality improvement process

Involved in learning and self-improvement

Initiates and maintains a positive relationship with patients/customers and coworkers - why UH

Why choose UH as a Student Nurse?

Flexible schedules & orientation

Supportive & education focused culture

More hands-on practice of clinical & interpersonal skills

Build confidence in providing patient care

Team-work oriented staff & interdisciplinary teams

Exposure to EMR systems & documentation of interventions & observations

Learn about your areas of interest

Pathway for skill development and career advancement

Pathway to RN position post-graduation