Student Nurse PRN - iFlex Float Pool - Anderson ...

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Student Nurse provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. Essential Job Functions Under direction of the RN, supports the nurse in the application of the nursing process. u2022 Works to develop critical thinking skills through collaboration with the RN to ensure quality patient care delivery u2022 Seeks out educational opportunities related to nursing practice and critical thinking Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit based specialty duties. u2022 Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to nurse u2022 Provides high level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employees u2022 Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care u2022 Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving u2022 Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated Education HS/GED (required) Currently enrolled in a nursing program and has completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation (required) Certifications BLS (preferred) Training Must have completed First Clinical Rotation as a Nursing Student EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred) Work Experience Recent experience in acute care and/or long term care facility (preferred) Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials May have periods of constant interruptions General office environment Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel Prolonged periods of working alone Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months) Pediatrics (1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) Physical Requirements Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-100% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Stoop/Kneel 34-66% Crawling 1-33% Climbing 1-33% Balance 34-66% Bending 67-100% Sitting 34-66% Walking 67-100% Standing 67-100% Additional Physical Requirements Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity - far Acuity - near Depth perception Use of latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Other: Skills u2022 Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team u2022 Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team u2022 Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care) u2022 Infection prevention and transmission-based precautions u2022 Understanding of clerical duties and office-based technology u2022 Team dynamics u2022 Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition) u2022 Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care u2022 Assists with feeding, hydration, and nutrition u2022 Assists with bowel and bladder elimination u2022 Ambulation and patient mobility u2022 Use of clinical technology u2022 Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activities u2022 Accountability for completion of assigned tasks u2022 Escalation of concerns via chain of command u2022 Critical thinking u2022 Advanced problem solving u2022 Understanding of nursing process u2022 Professionalism Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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Created: 2025-10-06