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Intern-Nurse II - ME ICU Stepdown 5W Baptist Memphis

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
  • Memphis

Requirements

  • Minimum: Graduate of a registered nursing program awaiting licensure. The time period for the graduate nurse to remain in the Nurse Intern II job category is not longer than 90 days from date of graduation.
  • Minimum: BLS AHA
  • Minimum: Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

  • Assesses the patient under the direction of a registered nurse.
  • Contributes to the development of a plan of care under the direction of a registered nurse.
  • Implements the plan of care under the direction of a registered nurse.
  • Evaluates the plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse.
  • Provides patient care and assistance to nursing staff as directed.
  • Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
  • Builds knowledge base regarding clinical leadership.
  • Participates in ongoing educational activities.
  • Completes assigned goals.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of an Intern-Nurse II in the ME ICU Stepdown 5W department?

The primary responsibility is to provide technical assistance under the direction of a registered nurse to achieve quality patient outcomes, including assessing patients, contributing to and implementing the plan of care, and evaluating patient needs.

What qualifications are needed to apply for the Intern-Nurse II position?

Candidates must be graduates of a registered nursing program and awaiting licensure. The duration in the Nurse Intern II category should not exceed 90 days from the date of graduation.

Is BLS certification required for this job?

Yes, the minimum requirement is a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

What type of work schedule can I expect for this position?

The work schedule for this position is full-time with day shifts.

What skills are necessary for the Intern-Nurse II role?

Minimum skills required include computer literacy, as well as the ability to assist nursing staff and participate in patient care.

Are there opportunities for continuing education presented to interns?

Yes, the position offers continuing education opportunities as part of the employee benefits.

What are some benefits offered to employees at Baptist Memorial Health Care?

Employees receive competitive salaries, paid vacation, health insurance, a generous retirement plan, and other benefits such as short-term disability and education assistance.

Is experience required for this intern position?

No prior experience is required; however, candidates must be recent graduates of a registered nursing program.

Where is the Intern-Nurse II position located?

The position is located at the Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.

What is the maximum duration for which a nurse can remain in the Nurse Intern II job category?

A nurse can remain in the Nurse Intern II job category for a maximum of 90 days from the date of graduation.

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Mission & Purpose

Baptist Memorial Health Care is one of the country’s largest not-for-profit health care systems and the largest provider of Medicaid in the region. Baptist offers a full continuum of care to communities throughout the Mid-South and consistently ranks among the top integrated health care networks in the nation. The health care system comprises 22 affiliate hospitals in West Tennessee, North and Central Mississippi and East Arkansas; more than 5,400 affiliated physicians; Baptist Medical Group, a multispecialty physician group with more than 900 providers; home, hospice and psychiatric care; minor medical centers and clinics; a network of surgery, rehabilitation and other outpatient centers; and an education system highlighted by Baptist Health Sciences University (formerly Baptist College of Health Sciences). Baptist employs more than 19,000 people, and in fiscal year 2020 contributed more than $352 million in community benefit and uncompensated care to the communities it serves