Student Nursing Assistant-Nursing Administration-27081
Rush Oak Park Hospital · Oak Park, IL
- On site
- Full-time
- $34,320 / year
- Oak Park, IL
Job highlights
- Assist patients with daily living and mobility.
- Support nursing staff with patient care tasks.
- Maintain a safe and clean patient environment.
- Requires enrollment in a nursing program.
- Part-time role with varied shifts.
About the role
Student Nursing Assistant - Nursing Administration
Rush Oak Park Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Student Nursing Assistant (SNA) to join our Nursing Administration department. This is a Restricted Part Time position with a Shift 1 schedule, working 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Rush offers comprehensive benefits, which you can learn more about on our Rush benefits page.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of a professional nurse, the Student Nursing Assistant will provide essential patient care, including:
- Assisting patients with daily living activities, transfers, and mobility.
- Supporting skin, bowel, and bladder programs.
- Maintaining a clean and safe patient environment.
- Applying safety devices correctly.
- Preparing patients for meals and assisting with feeding.
- Performing accuchecks and documenting blood sugar levels.
- Observing and reporting any changes in patient condition to the RN.
- Maintaining therapeutic relationships and providing customer-focused care.
- Communicating effectively with patients of all ages and cognitive statuses, respecting cultural diversity.
- Collaborating with peers and hospital staff to foster positive working relationships.
- Ensuring accurate and timely computer documentation at the point of care.
- Notifying the charge nurse when leaving the unit.
- Promoting patient independence through assistance with personal hygiene and daily living.
- Accurately calculating and documenting calorie counts, intake, output, and patient weights.
- Assisting with transfers and mobility using appropriate techniques and devices.
- Aiding with bladder and bowel elimination programs and specimen collection.
- Enhancing patient satisfaction through hourly rounding and prompt response to call lights.
- Working collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure high levels of patient care.
- Adhering to CDC guidelines for hand washing and isolation precautions.
- Remaining on the floor during shift report unless otherwise directed.
- Teaming with nurses to ensure patients feel safe and well-cared for.
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelors or higher Registered Nursing Program.
- Successful completion of at least one semester of formal nursing education, including clinical experience, OR current CNA certification.
- Current CPR certification.
- Entry-level experience.
- Good communication skills.
- Computer skills.
- Good time management and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with patient care equipment.
Physical Demands
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
- Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment.
- Ability to respond quickly to patient needs.
- Work environment may involve exposure to adverse conditions.
- Ability to assist in patient evacuation during emergencies.
- Routine work with infectious specimens and patients.
- Ability to carry objects weighing over 100 pounds.
- Ability to lift objects weighing 25-50 pounds (utilizing lift equipment for >50 pounds).
- Ability to stand and walk for most of the designated shift.
- Ability to operate various medical equipment (accucheck, computers, bed scales, beds, carts).
Key Skills/Competency
- Patient Care
- Nursing Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living
- Patient Safety
- Communication Skills
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- CPR Certification
- Registered Nursing Program Enrollment
Skills & topics
- Student Nursing Assistant
- Nursing Administration
- Patient Care
- RN Program
- CPR Certified
- Part-Time
- Healthcare
- Medical Assistant
- Clinical Experience
- Oak Park
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your nursing program enrollment, clinical experience, CNA certification (if applicable), and CPR certification.
- Emphasize relevant skills: Showcase your communication, time management, organizational abilities, and familiarity with patient care equipment.
- Address physical demands: Confirm your ability to meet the physical requirements, including lifting, standing, and working varied shifts.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your understanding of patient care, teamwork, and Rush's mission and values.
- Showcase your dedication: Express your commitment to learning and providing excellent patient-centered care as a Student Nursing Assistant.
Technical preparation
Review patient care equipment operation.,Practice vital signs and accucheck procedures.,Familiarize with electronic health records.,Study patient transfer techniques.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you helped a patient.,How do you handle stressful patient situations?,Discuss your teamwork experience in healthcare.,Explain your time management approach.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the main responsibilities of a Student Nursing Assistant at Rush Oak Park Hospital?
- As a Student Nursing Assistant at Rush Oak Park Hospital, you will assist patients with daily living activities, mobility, and maintaining a safe environment, all under the supervision of a registered nurse. This includes tasks like accuchecks, patient hygiene assistance, and documentation.
- What qualifications are necessary to become a Student Nursing Assistant at Rush Oak Park Hospital?
- To qualify, you must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's or higher Registered Nursing Program and have completed at least one semester of nursing education with clinical experience, or hold a CNA certification. Current CPR certification is also required.
- Is this a full-time or part-time position?
- This is a Restricted Part Time position, meaning the total Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) is less than 0.5.
- What is the pay range for a Student Nursing Assistant at Rush Oak Park Hospital?
- The pay range for this position is $16.50 per hour. Salaries are determined by factors such as education, experience, and market data.
- What kind of shifts can I expect as a Student Nursing Assistant?
- The scheduled shift is Shift 1, with a 12-hour work schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is also required.
- What are the physical requirements for this role?
- The role requires the ability to stand and walk for most of the shift, transport objects and patients, lift and carry significant weight (over 100 lbs, with assistance for >50 lbs), and respond quickly to patient needs. You must also be able to work weekends and holidays.
- Does Rush Oak Park Hospital offer benefits for part-time employees?
- Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits. You can find more details on the Rush benefits page. Specific benefits for part-time roles would be detailed during the hiring process.
- What does 'Restricted Part Time' mean for this role?
- 'Restricted Part Time' indicates that the hours allocated for this position are less than a standard full-time role, specifically with an FTE of less than 0.5.