Student Nurse Tech - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation | Select Medical

1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ  07052

Student Nurse Tech - Inpatient Rehab

Shift Hours: Per Diem/PRN, 7:00AM - 7:30PM or 7:00PM - 7:30AM 

(This includes weekday and weekend shifts)

Base Rate: $23/HR

*This position requires current enrollment in an accredited nursing school and must provide proof of completion of the first year/fundamentals of nursing, (or equivalent).*

A Student Nurse Tech position is for aspiring Registered Nurses who are interested in gaining more experience in a hospital setting. Once you have graduated and completed your NCLEX, you will have the opportunity to participate in our New Graduate Registered Nurse program.

Benefits of becoming a SNT with us:

• Shift Differential!
• Applicable clinical experience in an acute rehabilitation setting
• Flexible scheduling with rotating weekends
• Manageable case loads
• Team-oriented and collaborative culture 
• A high percentage of patients being discharged home to their families
• A network of over 50K employees nationwide with advancement and relocation opportunities 

Student Nurse Tech work collaboratively with our nursing (RNs, Nursing Assistants) and therapy teams and assist patients in their rehabilitation process. Our Student Nurse Techs encourage and support patients through the recovery process and gently guide them to reach their goals.

• Obtain vital signs,
• Assist patients with daily activities 
• Promptly answering call lights
• Report any issues or progress observed
• Reinforce rehab techniques as assigned by the therapy team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing school and must provide proof of completion of the first year/fundamentals of nursing, (or equivalent).  
• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures and aseptic practices is required 
• This position requires the ability to communicated effectively, both verbally and in writing, to follow written and verbal instructions and to maintain effective working relations with others including patients, families, physicians and other hospital associates
• BLS required upon start

Per Diem Requirement: Three shifts per 6-week schedule. One Saturday or Sunday, one minor holiday/ major holiday.

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Select Medical is an organization that is passionate about safety for our patients and our team members. The Inpatient Rehabilitation Division conducts post-offer employment testing (POET) for a number of job titles including, but not limited to:

• Rehabilitation Assistant/Nursing Assistant
• Nurse
• Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
• Environmental Services
• Food and Nutrition Services

Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process - to be completed before an employee's first day of work. 

**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.