Student Nurse

For more than a century, UH Samaritan Medical Center has provided high-quality medical services to residents in Ashland County and surrounding communities. Nursing Assistant IIs (NA IIs) at UH Samaritan Medical Center are hired into the Float Pool to expand exposure and broaden experience to various types of units.

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. 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 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