Nursing Assistant Student

The Nursing Assistant Student is a caregiver that commits to working towards a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification program or EMT Program independently or one sponsored by Providence St. Patrick Hospital. The Nursing Assistant Student must obtain their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license or their EMT Montana Emergency Medical Technician Basic License within 12 months of employment in the Nursing Assistant Student role.

The Student functions under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager or Designee and within the scope of practice that the supervising manager or designee has determined is appropriate based upon the skills of the Resident.  While enrolled in the CNA or EMT Training Program the Student is responsible for performing a variety of tasks to ensure that the assigned patient(s) remains safe.  This may include close, continuous observation to maintain patient safety, comfort, and a safe patient care environment. Basic patient care tasks may be delegated by the Registered Nurse, Nurse Manger and or Delegate.  The Student will document all patient observation and care activities.  Also performs non-direct patient care duties as assigned.

Students who successfully complete a CNA or EMT Training Program and/or obtain a MT CNA or EMT license by challenging the exam, will qualify for entry into a regular CNA or EMT position.

The Nursing Assistant Student must obtain their MT Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license or their EMT Montana Emergency Medical Technician Basic License within 12 months of hire.

 

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Patrick Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we Providence know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

• Within 30 days of hire National Provider BLS - American Heart Association 

Preferred qualifications:

• Patient care experience.

Why Join Providence? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.