This position is for a Student Nurse Tech – Hospital Medicine 4 Wiser with a company in Jackson, MS.

Summary: Under the direct supervision of an RN, the UMMC student nurse tech program will allow nursing students, who are actively progressing through an accredited school of nursing, to float to designated clinical areas and provide direct and indirect patient care which has been mastered through their accredited school of nursing and as outlined per UMMC job description. The program consists of three (3) levels which expand as students complete clinical competencies in nursing program. SNT will be UMMC employees in part time non-benefited positions, based out of the adult and children's hospital units and will be utilized as all allocated employees; based on cost per unit of service. Student nurse techs will work in designated areas to strengthen critical thinking skills, learn time management and clinical practice and transition to future position of registered nurse. Student nurse techs may continue to participate in nurse extern program and will resume SNT position after completion.

Duties and Responsibilities: Records vital signs, intake, outputs, pulse oximetry and weights accurately and reports changes to RN. Assists and prepares patients for treatment, exams, and procedures as directed by RN. Administers and performs baths and basic hygiene measures as directed by RN. Assists with collection and delivery of specimens to appropriate labs timely. Weighs, lifts, turns, and repositions patients utilizing good body mechanics. Submits proper patient charges for supplies/equipment in cost effective manner and reports equipment in need of repair to nurse manager or charge nurse. Assists in serving dietary trays and feeding patients as needed. Provides and documents care based upon patient's expectations, age, and development level. Adheres to UMMC's infection control policy. Attends and participates in continuing education/in-service programs. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Education & Experience: Must be actively enrolled and progressing full time in an accredited RN nursing program. Certifications, Licenses or Registration required: N/A Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer.

Job #602658