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Nurse Intern - Cardiac ICU

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Ascension

1mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma/GED, BLS certification within 30 days of hire, and must be enrolled in a Nursing program, starting classes within 90 days of hire.
  • You will provide direct nursing care, assist with daily living activities, take vital signs, observe and document patient status, help develop care plans, and perform various assigned tasks.

Requirements

  • Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Education:
  • High school diploma/GED required. Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

  • Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
  • Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
  • Observe patient status and responses. Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
  • Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.

FAQs

What department is this Nurse Intern position in?

This Nurse Intern position is in the Cardiac ICU department.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The work schedule for this position is part-time, night shift from 7pm to 7am.

Where is the hospital located?

The hospital is located at 929 St Francis St, Wichita, KS 67214.

What benefits does this position offer?

This position offers benefits including paid time off (PTO), various health insurance options, retirement benefits, long-term and short-term disability, employee assistance programs (EAP), parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

What are the key responsibilities of the Nurse Intern?

Key responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), completing assigned nursing orders, observing patient status, documenting and reporting observations, assisting with care plan development, and performing other assigned tasks.

What certification is required for this role?

A BLS Provider certification is required to be obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or job transfer date.

What level of education is required to apply for this position?

A high school diploma or GED is required, and candidates must be accepted or enrolled in a nursing program upon hire and begin classes within 90 days of the hire date.

Why should I consider joining the Ascension Via Christi team?

Joining Ascension Via Christi allows you to be part of a team that has been healing Kansas communities for over 135 years, offering you opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of others while being part of a large network of healthcare providers.

Does Ascension provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Ascension is an equal employment opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities regardless of various protected statuses.

Is Ascension a military-friendly organization?

Yes, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers benefits to support the well-being of military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists.

A faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ascension (www.ascension.org) is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. In FY2018, Ascension provided nearly $2 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs. Ascension includes approximately 156,000 associates and 34,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care – including 151 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities – in 21 states and the District of Columbia, while providing a variety of services including physician practice management, venture capital investing, investment management, biomedical engineering, facilities management, clinical care management, information services, risk management, and contracting through Ascension’s own group purchasing organization.