Job Description

Description - External
For more than 115 years, University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center has been serving the health care needs of the residents of Lorain and western Cuyahoga counties. Our expert team utilizes state-of-the-art technology and the latest treatments to provide high quality care for adults and children.

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.

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

Current NA II opportunities exist across UH Elyria Medical Center including:

• Behavioral Health Unit (BHU)
• General Acute Care (Medical/Surgical)
  Acute Care Unit (11 Smythe)
  
  
  
• Ortho/Trauma/Surgical (6 Smythe)
  
  
• Step Down
  Stepdown (8 Smythe)
  
  

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

Qualifications:
Qualifications - External

Education Requirements

• Enrollment in a Diploma RN, Associate or bachelor's degree of Nursing from an accredited program
• Successful completion of a Registered Nursing Fundamentals course required
• Most up-to-date transcripts should be uploaded with application - help limit f/u post-offer & clarify qualification when screening

Note: Education verificationwill be required upon receiving a job offer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience on a related unit or specialty in a practicum, internship or STNA/PCNA/NAII is preferred

Job Tags

Internship, Flexible hours

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