Nursing Student CoOp @Penn Presbyterian TSICU
Job ID: 168032
Category: CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)/ Nursing Assistant
Work Type: FT
Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Date Posted: Jan 25, 2023
Work Schedule: FT Temporary
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
The Student Nurse works under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and will assist in meeting the needs of the patient and the unit. Duties include, but are not limited to; assisting the nurse in monitoring VS and reporting any readings beyond the established parameters. Assisting with O2 therapy and reporting acute changes in ventilation and circulation. Promoting infection control and safety and maintaining a clean and safe work and patient environment. Meeting patients' personal hygiene needs and assisting with ADLs. Monitoring Nutrition, Fluid Balance, and Elimination by maintaining accurate I&O and assisting with meals. Accurate data collection and clear documentation are essential on all patient records for any interventions performed. Promoting teamwork and positive morale and participating in achieving the unit's patient satisfaction goals.
Education or Equivalent Experience:
Enrolled in the Drexel Nursing Co-Op Program 3.0 GPA or higher
Live Your Life's Work
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