Sanford Student Nurse Advancement Program

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Bismarck Med Ctr
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 300 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 8.00
Starting Rate: $21.50

Department Details

Start your nursing career before graduation through Sanford's Student Nurse Advancement Program!

This unique program provides nursing students with paid, hands-on clinical experience while completing their nursing education. Participants begin their journey in a Patient Care Technician role, working alongside experienced healthcare professionals to develop valuable patient care skills, gain confidence in a clinical setting, and prepare for a successful transition into a Registered Nurse career.

As participants progress through their education and gain experience, they'll have opportunities to advance within the program, including Patient Care Technician II, internship experiences and future Registered Nurse (RN) career opportunities with Sanford.

Program Highlights:

Paid clinical experience in an inpatient healthcare setting
Opportunity to gain real-world patient care experience while attending nursing school
Mentorship and support from experienced nurses and healthcare professionals
Development of foundational clinical and professional nursing skills
Advancement opportunities through Sanford's Student Nurse Advancement Program, including internship and RN career pathways
Ability to build relationships and establish your career with Sanford before graduation

Requirements:

Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program
Meet all Sanford employment requirements
Successfully complete required orientation and onboarding activities
Maintain acceptable job performance standards
Remain in good academic standing within your nursing program
Maintain required certifications, competencies, and compliance requirements

Eligible Schools:

NDSU School of Nursing
Bismarck State College
University of Mary
Dickenson State University

Launch your nursing career with Sanford while gaining valuable experience, growing your skills, and building a pathway toward future nursing opportunities!

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0273845
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No

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