Hospital Jobs while in school

[JacH2]

I am looking for some advice on a job while in school. I have two children and must work while in nursing school. I currently have my Bachelors Degree and experience in sales. Are there any hospital jobs were I can make decent money and work odd hours that allow me to attend school full time and work nights/weekends???

[KelRN215, BSN, RN]

Once you complete your first clinical rotation you can likely be hired as a nurses' aide.

[YouSmellLikeCDiff]

I commonly see students working as Clinical Assistants (aka Nurse's Aide), who obtains patient vital signs, records intake and output, changes linens, restocks unit supplies, & assists in any way possible. I have also seen students working as Unit Clerks (Secretary), who mainly deals with patient paperwork, admitting/discharge, ordering supplies, answering calls, etc. These jobs are good options for many reasons: Working closely with the nurses, patients, and staff on the floor gives you an excellent opportunity to learn and experience things first-hand, which could help you throughout nursing school. Also, a job in the hospital of your choice before you graduate greatly increases your chances of scoring a nursing position after you graduate.

Hospitals are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Staff is needed during all hours of the day, including "odd" hours. Many hospitals offer several options as far as shifts. Where I work, they offer some 12-hour shifts, some 10-hour shifts, and some 8-hour shifts ([Days] 0700-1500, [Evenings] 1500-2300, [Nights] 2300-0700). This is based upon the rules and regulations that specific unit provides. Also, some employers may be willing to work with you and your busy school schedule/home life. As long as you share your weekly class/clinical schedule, it is simple to make a work schedule that does not interfere with school.

It is not impossible! I honestly believe it could be beneficial. I wish you luck with everything!

[applesxoranges, BSN, RN]

What is considered "good money?" A lot of the jobs vary from region to even hospital system. If you consider 10-15 good, then there may be a few jobs available to you. However, I don't know how many hours you'll get. A lot of hospitals hire part time and unless they are self schedule, they aren't too flexible.