Medical/Surgical Department. Paid internship. Full-time position (36 hours per week) for 8 weeks. Works 12-hour shifts; rotating shifts. The Nursing Intern is for students currently enrolled in an accredited RN program who have completed a Fundamentals of Nursing or Med Surg course. The Nursing Intern observes clinical procedures and provides patient care for assigned patients under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, not to exceed the duties of unlicensed assistive personnel. Provides support to other health care team members. May perform technical tasks per unit competency validation. However, Nursing Interns are restricted from performing any licensed tasks. Must be currently enrolled in a Registered Nurse program. Must possess technical skills and knowledge of equipment mechanisms necessary to deliver quality nursing care. Certification in Basic Life Support required.
