Department

NURSING FLOAT - 106019

Worker Sub Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Pay Grade

106

Job Description

Nursing Assistant, Earn to Learn Scholar performs routine basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Nursing Assistant, Earn to Learn Scholar will assist in maintaining clean, safe patient and unit environment; displays initiative and maintains proficiency in patient care procedures; maintains personal growth and development.

Education
High school graduate enrolled in a nursing program:

·at a nationally accredited school of nursing;

·seeking an associate’s of science, associate’s degree (ASN or ADN) in nursing; traditional bachelor’s

or accelerated bachelor’s degree in nursing leading to licensure as a registered nurse (RN);

·AND successfully completed TWO semesters of study in nursing degree program.

Application requires a letter of verification (i.e., of above requirements for the student nurse applicant) on official school of nursing letterhead from the nursing program coordinator/director. Eligibility to remain in Nursing Assistant, “Earn to Learn” Scholar position requires continued successful progression toward degree completion. Once academic nursing program requirements have been met, must obtain registered nurse (RN) licensure within six months of nursing degree completion.

Certification & Licensures
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. * New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications
Understands the basic principles of human growth and development as well as fundamental skills of nursing. Competent to successfully interact with and care for patients according to

individual needs.

Possesses a reliable means of telephone communication with hospital.

Commits to working a minimum of twelve (12) hours per pay period (bi-weekly) with schedule negotiated around academic requirements.

 

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.