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Form of workStudent Health Intern
Job Code: 24063
Position Summary
Under immediate supervision, assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients.
Responsibilities
• Assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating
• Collects and transports non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs
• Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures as needed
• Assists in cleaning and stocking rooms, changing bed linens, and preparing rooms for the next patient
• Transports patients to other departments via stretcher and wheelchair
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
• Previous volunteer experience preferred
• Currently enrolled in an educational program that supports any health science field
• Completed sophomore year of study or higher required with an overall GPA of 3.0 or above preferred
• BLS required
Working Conditions
• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch, or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
About Kootenai Health
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
- 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
- A tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
- Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings
- Competitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
- An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching
- Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
- Robust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonuses
- And much more
If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!
Apply today! Please reach out to Recruiter or Front Desk with any questions.
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
