Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, where compassionate care and professional growth are valued. This Clinical Intern role offers hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed nurses, focusing on surgical orthopedic patient care.

General Summary

Under supervision, the Clinical Intern supports patient treatment and care by assisting with daily living activities tailored to individual age and developmental needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with daily hygiene including bathing, hair care, oral hygiene, and grooming.
• Provide skin care while preventing breakdown.
• Support physical activities such as repositioning, ambulation, range of motion exercises, and transfers.
• Meet nutritional needs by preparing patients for meals, assisting with feeding, and monitoring dietary restrictions.
• Collect specimens, perform vital signs, and document intake and output accurately.
• Perform sit baths, postmortem care, and apply therapeutic devices like TED hose and ice packs.
• Lead and encourage participation in performance improvement initiatives.
• Carry out technical nursing procedures within credentialed scope, including oxygen therapy, catheter insertion/removal, IV discontinuation, suctioning, dressing changes, wound care, injections, and NG tube maintenance.
• Educate patients and families in collaboration with primary nurses.
• Communicate promptly any changes in patient condition or concerns to licensed nurses.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of all patient care activities.

Education

Currently enrolled in a nursing program or completed nursing education without meeting licensing requirements.

Experience

Entry-level position; no prior experience required.

Certification/License

Not applicable.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Requires significant mental focus and physical activity including frequent walking, lifting, turning, and reaching.

Working Conditions

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