Patient Care Tech - RN Student, UICS Students Only
- Paid
- On-site
- Per diem
Listing details
- Posted Nov 6
- Last verified Nov 7
About the job
Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients. nLocation: Springfield, ILnnPRN, Per Diem nHours vary any day of the week nNight Shift: 6pm-6amnDay Shift: 6pm-6amn Horizons Program – RN Student, UICS Students Only Overview of the Program The Memorial Horizons Program provides students enrolled in the Bachelors of Science in Nursing BSN program at UICS (University of Illinois Springfield). It is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive financial support, and secure a pathway to employment at Memorial Health after graduation. Eligibility Criteria The Horizons Program is open to external candidates and current Memorial Health colleagues in the first year of their major program of study and will graduate in May 2027 or May 2028.
Applicants must be enrolled at UICS in the nursing program that aligns with Memorial’s workforce needs, maintain the minimum required GPA and have completed all prerequisite coursework. Applicants must complete an employment application and an interview as part of the competitive selection process. Individuals selected for the Horizons Program must maintain satisfactory academic progress, have no active corrective actions on file, and exhibit behaviors that align with Memorial’s values to remain eligible.
Benefits of Working While In School Individuals who are selected for the Horizons Program will work at Memorial Health as a per diem colleague while attending school. This allows participants to gain valuable hands-on experience, work alongside Memorial clinicians, and prepare them for their careers at Memorial after graduation. Financial Opportunities Individuals selected for the Horizons Program will receive a bi-weekly stipend of $1,000.00 during the second year of their program.
Stipends are subject to applicable taxes and deductions. As a Memorial colleague who is working per diem while attending school, you may also be eligible for up to $5250 per calendar year in Tuition Assistance. In addition, individuals selected for the Horizons Program will be eligible for sign-on incentives at the time of graduation.
Pathway to Employment After Graduation Graduates of the Horizons Program will be placed in full-time roles designated by Memorial Health upon meeting all graduation and licensing requirements. Participants must commit to working at Memorial Health for two years after graduation. Highlights & Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
Benefits - Memorial HR Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients; provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served; reports and records observations; contributes to the efficient functioning of the unit; all duties are performed in accordance with established, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values. Education: •tOne of the following required: •tCertified Nurse Assistant (CNA); •tEnrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed; or •tMinimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience performing the essential responsibilities of the nursing assistant role.
Licensure/Certification/Registry: •tCPR certification required, or obtained during nursing team onboarding process.