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Ascension

Mar 15

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Nashville

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma/GED, BLS certification within 30 days, and must be accepted or enrolled in a Nursing program, starting classes within 90 days of hire/transfer.
  • You will provide direct nursing care, assist with daily living activities, take vital signs, observe and document patient status, support care plan development, and help with diagnostic transport.

Requirements

  • Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. 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 required.

Responsibilities

  • Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provides 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 is the department for this Nursing Intern position?

The Nursing Intern position is part of the Nursing Administration department.

What is the schedule like for this role?

The schedule for this role is flexible with 12-hour shifts.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at Ascension Saint Thomas West in Nashville, TN.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include paid time off (PTO), various health insurance options, retirement benefits with employer match, long-term and short-term disability, employee assistance programs, parental leave and adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

What are the responsibilities of a Nursing Intern?

Responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assisting with daily living activities, taking vital signs, observing and documenting patient status, and assisting with care plans.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

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

Are there any licensure or certification requirements?

Yes, a BLS Provider certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer date.

Is this internship program limited to specific graduation dates?

Yes, the program is considering candidates who are March 2026 graduates and beyond.

How long is the internship program?

The internship program is 12 months long.

Are there any opportunities for summer-only internships?

No, there are no summer-only internship opportunities available.

Is this position part of a non-profit or faith-based health system?

Yes, Ascension Saint Thomas is a non-profit, faith-based health system.

Does Ascension provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Ascension provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants regardless of various legally protected statuses.

How does Ascension support military families?

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

Are there any warnings regarding the job application process?

Yes, applicants are advised to apply for positions using the official application, and to be alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

Does Ascension participate in the E-Verify program?

Yes, Ascension participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

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Ascension

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

Science & Healthcare
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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.