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NURSING STUDENT/APPRENTICE, ICU Per Diem

Northern Nevada Medical Group, Reno, NV, United States


Job Summary
Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting under the direct supervision of a registered nurse preceptor. Communicates with RN preceptor, as appropriate, about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Participates in the department's performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes the pediatric, geriatric, and the general patient population.

Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain, utilize appropriate pain management techniques, report to RN preceptor regarding patient pain assessment, and educate the patient and family regarding pain management.

Demonstrates supportive behaviors necessary for performing bedside report using IMAP & SBAR (both accomplished in partnership with patient inside room).

Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age.

Benefits for Full- and Part-Time Employees

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment Program

Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing

Has completed the fundamentals course (and verified proof) in nursing school

Certified as a C.N.A., EMT or Paramedic

Current BLS certification

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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