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, focusing on surgical orthopedic patient care.

General Summary

Under supervision, the intern performs a variety of patient care duties tailored to individual age and developmental needs, assisting with daily living activities and clinical tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including hygiene assistance such as bathing, hair care, oral hygiene, and grooming.
• Deliver skin care while preventing breakdown and assist with physical activities like repositioning, ambulation, range of motion exercises, and transfers.
• Support nutritional needs by preparing patients for meals, assisting with feeding, monitoring intake, and adhering to dietary restrictions.
• Collect specimens, perform vital signs, and document intake and output accurately.
• Perform specialized care such as sit baths, postmortem care, application of ted hose, ice packs, and wound management.
• Lead and support performance improvement initiatives, fostering teamwork and employee involvement.
• Carry out technical nursing procedures within credentialed scope, including oxygen therapy management, catheter insertion/removal, IV discontinuation, suctioning, dressing changes, injections, and NG tube maintenance.
• Conduct patient assessments and collaborate closely with primary nurses to ensure quality care.
• Educate patients and families in coordination with nursing staff.
• Document all care activities thoroughly and promptly, ensuring accuracy and compliance with medical records standards.

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 for this role.

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.