Student Nurse Program
The Children's Memorial Hospital student nurse program is a rewarding way to begin your career in the care of children and families.
This program will provide an introduction to working in the pediatric health care setting. Student nurses may apply for a student nurse assistant position that will function much like that of a certified nursing assistant. A comprehensive orientation will be provided. Student nurses will function in a supportive role to a registered nurse, following the job description of a student nursing assistant. They will work collaboratively with a dynamic health care team in the management of patient care allowing them to gain experience in communicating and working closely with diverse patient populations and complex family concerns. While working in this role, student nurses will have access to professional development opportunities such as workshops, in-services and semi-annual nursing assistant workshops to learn about pediatric nursing in an acute care setting.
FAQs: Frequently asked questions
What are the requirements?
- Candidates must be students currently enrolled in an accredited RN nursing program.
- Students must have completed the first clinical rotation of their nursing program.
- Candidates will be asked to submit an official school transcript verifying current enrollment and appropriate academic standing within their nursing program.
- Qualified candidates must be able to work a minimum of 16 to 24 hours per month throughout the summer as well as the school year. Out of state applicants may be able to meet the monthly work requirement by working the required 2 to 3 shifts in one weekend, based on unit discretion.
How do I apply?
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Candidates may apply for up to two (2) SNA positions only. If applying for more than one position, please indicate your preference of nursing units in the “Objective Statement” of your resume.
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Please review the start date, application timeframe and scheduled interview date at the end of this page.
When will I know if I've been selected for an interview?
- If you are selected for an interview, a Human Resources staff member will contact you by phone/e-mail with further details.
What materials will I need to bring on the day of the interview?
Interviewees will need to present the following documents to Human Resources on the interview date:
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Two copies of resume and cover letter
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Current student transcripts showing current enrollment in nursing program
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Two sealed letters of recommendation from Nursing faculty
What does the interview process entail?
- A group interview with Human Resources and the nursing unit, which may involve more than one appointment
When will I know if I'm hired into the student nurse program?
- Those candidates being offered a position will be contacted by phone within 2 to 3 weeks following the final interview with the nursing unit.
Individuals hired into the program have the title of Student Nurse Assistant (SNA) and will complete activities within that job description. There is one primary start date each year in June, however SNAs may be hired at any time if positions are available. All available positions will be posted on the website under Employment Listings for you to apply directly online.
Listed below is the start date for the 2012 program along with the corresponding application date and required interview date:
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Jobs will be posted on our website by:
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Group Interview Date |
Start Date in the Program |
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End of January 2012
Please note: Job postings may be closed and removed from the site at any time based on the number of applicants received.
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Saturday, February 18, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. |
Monday, June 25, 2012
Please note: The required orientation is Monday, June 25 - Wednesday, June 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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