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 Equal Opportunity Employer -- minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity