Seasonal Nursing Assistant - Student Nurse Program

JOB SUMMARY

About Christian Health:We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

Why Join Our Team: Across our four campuses, eleven communities, five service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us!

Christian Health offers a unique opportunity for student nurses to learn valuable skills and gain the confidence necessary to be successful in their nursing careers. The Christian Health Student Nurse Program (SNP) provides an environment that is collaborative and conducive to learning which benefits the patient, the health-care facility, and the nursing profession.

Student Nurse Program (SNP) participants are educated in psychiatric mental health adult and geriatric nursing; which includes nursing assessment and interventions; interdisciplinary care planning; psychiatric and mental-health nursing; and critical-thinking skills. Student nurses participate in classroom orientation before being assigned to clinical practice areas. Once in the clinical area, student nurses will continue to receive education from their work experience, attendance at in-services, and participation in a lecture series, designed specifically for SNP participants. Educational topics include therapeutic communication, suicide risk and interventions, managing medical conditions, fall prevention, individualized interventions/reduction in targeted behaviors and evidence based care for patients with dementia.

About Ramapo Ridge Behavioral Health (RRBH):

• RRBH is a 58-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital licensed by the State of New Jersey and accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC).

• Our behavioral hospital serves adults from 18 years of age through the senior years. RRBH includes a general adult psychiatric division treating adults of all ages with various mental health diagnosis such as depression, bipolar illness, anxiety, schizophrenia, OCD and others. Our geriatric division is a locked, safe and secure newly renovated wing that specializes in various forms of Dementia, Alzheimer’s and a host of additional mental health diagnosis.  While we admit patients who are voluntary and involuntary, we are not licensed to admit patients who require Short Term Care Facility (STCF) beds. Generally, these patients require a more intensive and secure environment for safety.

About Haven:

• Haven at Ramapo Ridge provides inpatient trauma-informed care and services in a safe and secure setting for women only. Located within Ramapo Ridge Behavioral Health. 

• Haven is the first of its kind in Bergen County and the only inpatient women’s program in New Jersey. The program offers a wide range of trauma care support and services and patients receive personalized care plans that lay out a path to healing in a safe space separate from the hospital’s general population.

• Received the “Clinical Excellence Award” from the New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) for our innovative Haven program, which recognizes caregivers who personify a top-notch commitment to care.

• Honored by NJBIZ as a “2024 Healthcare Hero” for its innovative work at Haven.  The award program recognizes excellence and honors the efforts of individuals and organizations making a significant impact on the quality of health care in New Jersey.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, student nurses provide direct patient care to their assigned patients. Student nurses assume responsibility and accountability for patient care as a team member, implement interventions, and assist patients in achieving positive outcomes. Through this program, student nurses, who are paid, have the opportunity to apply newly acquired knowledge and skills in the day-to-day practice of nursing.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing data collection and documentation of vital signs, weight, and intake and output.
• Performing EKGs and blood-glucose checks.
• Providing assistance with activities of daily living i.e. hygienic care, ambulation, meals, and nutrition.
• Ensuring a safe patient environment by observing the patient and environment for any potential or actual safety concerns, i.e. answering call lights promptly and responding to fall risk.
• Observing for any changes in behavior, mood, or ability.
• Collaborating with the registered nurse on any needed updates to the nursing care/treatment plan relative to observed and reported information regarding patient status or condition.
• Providing relevant patient/family education under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.

Scheduling requirements:

• 3pm-11pm, Three days per week and Every Other Weekend during the summer.
• During the summer, SNP participants will be required to work a minimum of three days per week with an every-other-weekend rotation. 
• During the academic year, SNP participants will be offered a flexible schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Education and skills required:

• Must be enrolled in a accredited program in Nursing.
• Successful completion of a competency skills checklist.
• Participation in evaluation sessions (written and verbal) upon completion of the SNP.
• Attendance at De-escalation training.

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below.

https://christianhealthnj.org/careers