Student Nurse Academy (SNA) – Spring 2027

Ready to take your nursing education beyond the classroom The Student Nurse Academy gives nursing students the opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on experience in a real hospital environment while learning alongside experienced Registered Nurses.

Designed for nursing students who have completed at least one semester of clinical rotations this program helps you strengthen your clinical skills build professional confidence and experience the day-to-day realities of patient careall in a supportive precepted setting.

As a Student Nurse at Deaconess youll have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on patient care experience in a hospital setting

• Work alongside and learn from experienced Registered Nurses and healthcare professionals

• Communicate with patients families and members of the care team

• Monitor and document vital signs and patient information

• Perform duties delegated by licensed RN staff under appropriate supervision

• Use clinical equipment and support routine patient care activities

• Apply skills learned in nursing school to real-world clinical situations

• Build confidence through mentorship practice and meaningful patient interactions

Your nursing journey is about more than completing clinical hoursits about becoming a confident capable healthcare professional.

The Student Nurse Academy helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world nursing practice giving you valuable experience while building relationships with nursing staff and hospital leadership. Youll develop practical skills gain insight into hospital workflows and grow your confidence as you prepare for the next step in your career.

Strong performance in the program may also open the door to future employment opportunities with Deaconess after graduation.

To participate in the Student Nurse Academy applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited RN nursing program accredited by AACN CCNE or ACEN

• Have successfully completed at least one semester of clinical rotations prior to the start of the session

• Maintain active BLS certification

• Submit an unofficial transcript before the start of the session

• Be in good academic standing within their nursing program

• Level 1: $16.00/hour

• Level 2: $17.00/hour

• Level 3: $18.00/hour

Turn your classroom knowledge into real-world experience. Build your confidence. Learn from experienced nurses. And take the next step toward your nursing career with the Student Nurse Academy.

Required Experience:

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