About the role#
The Student Nurse Tech role offers nursing students hands-on clinical experience while completing their degree. You will work under the supervision of a nurse to provide direct care, floating to different units to assist an assigned group of patients. This role requires a commitment of 48 hours in an 8-week scheduling period, including one weekend shift. Please note that this position is intended for students who plan to transition into a nursing role within the organization upon graduation.
What you'll do#
- Provide direct nursing care and complete assigned nursing orders.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as hygiene and mobility.
- Take vital signs and obtain blood sugars.
- Perform venipunctures and other tasks as assigned by the RN.
- Observe and document patient status, including physical, mental, and emotional changes.
- Report test results and observations to the appropriate staff.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly environment in patient rooms.
- Prepare and maintain medical equipment.
- Prepare and transport patients for diagnostic services.
- Perform environmental services as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an RN student.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Acceptance or enrollment in a nursing program by the date of hire.
- Ability to begin nursing classes within 90 days of hire.
- BLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: UAB St. Vincent’s East, Birmingham, Alabama.
- Schedule: PRN, including days, nights, or evening shifts.
- Employment type: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
About UAB Medicine
UAB Medicine is an academic medical center based in Birmingham, Alabama. It operates a facility with over 1,100 patient beds and serves more than 60,000 patients every year. The organization functions as a Level I Trauma Center and includes nine specialty Intensive Care Units. It is a nonprofit institution with over 10,000 employees.
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