Student Nurse Intern

• Deliver safe, compassionate, high-quality care to an assigned group of patients, under the direct supervision of an RN
• Utilize the nursing process to work in collaboration within the healthcare team, implementing and documenting individualized plans of care, incorporating age-specific considerations, discharge planning, and patient/family teaching
• Assist with tests and procedures
• Performs patient rounds and answer call lights immediately, using excellent customer service techniques. Promptly reports any unusual incidents and/or any changes observed in condition or behavior of patient to the RN preceptor
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families
• Uses technology appropriately, whether entering or securing data in the electronic medical record
• Practice time management, prioritization, and self-motivation to promote a positive and effective learning environment
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending inservices and meetings
• Identify and report potential or actual concerns, medical errors, and/or near misses that could impact patient, visitor, or associate safety
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department

• High School Graduate
• Enrollment in an accredited nursing program and completion of a 'Fundamentals of Nursing' or 'Med/Surg' course
• The Student Nurse Intern may work in this role for up to 90 days from graduation date. Graduates who fail the NCLEX or fail to test within 90 days may apply for other available and posted unlicensed positions
• CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS within 14 days

Previous healthcare experience