Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, where compassionate care and professional growth are valued. This Student Nurse Intern role offers hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed nurses, supporting patient treatment and care across various clinical settings.

General Summary

Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the intern performs essential duties to assist patients with their daily living activities and clinical needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care tailored to age and developmental needs, including assistance with hygiene such as bathing, hair care, oral hygiene, and grooming.
• Deliver skin care while taking precautions to prevent skin breakdown.
• Assist with physical activities including repositioning, ambulation, range of motion exercises, and transfers.
• Support nutritional needs by preparing patients for meals, assisting with feeding, monitoring intake, and ensuring dietary restrictions are followed.
• Collect specimens, perform vital signs, and document intake and output accurately.
• Perform sit baths, postmortem care, and apply therapeutic devices like TED hose, K-pads, ice packs, and binders.
• Lead and encourage participation in performance improvement initiatives and teamwork.
• Carry out technical nursing procedures within credentialed scope, including oxygen therapy management, catheter insertion/removal, intravenous therapy discontinuation, nasopharyngeal suctioning, dressing changes, wound care, and skin management.
• Conduct patient assessments and collaborate closely with primary nurses.
• Administer intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, manage NG tubes, and provide patient and family education alongside nursing staff.
• Promptly report any changes in patient condition or concerns to licensed nurses.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of all patient care activities in medical records.

Education

Currently enrolled in a nursing program or completed nursing education but not yet licensed.

Experience

Entry-level position; no prior experience required.

Certification/License

Not applicable.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Requires significant mental focus and physical stamina, including frequent walking, lifting, turning, and other physical activities.

Working Conditions

Exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, and potentially hostile situations may occur. Minimal physical discomfort expected.