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Nursing Intern

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Ascension

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
  • Racine

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma or GED, enrollment in a nursing program, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
  • You will provide direct nursing care, assist with daily living activities, take vital signs, observe and document patient status, and support care plan development under supervision.

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 nurse, 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 will the nursing intern work in?

The nursing intern will work in the Acute Rehab department.

What is the expected work schedule for this position?

The schedule is 8 hours per week and is flexible to support the intern's class schedule.

Where is this position located?

The position is located at All Saints Hospital in Racine, WI.

What benefits are offered to nursing interns?

Benefits include paid time off, various health insurance options and wellness plans, retirement benefits including employer match plans, long-term and short-term disability, employee assistance programs, parental leave and adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to give back to the community.

What qualifications are required to apply for this nursing intern position?

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and must be accepted or enrolled in a nursing program upon hire, beginning classes within 90 days of hire.

What is required for licensure or certification?

A BLS Provider certification must be obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or job transfer, accepted from either the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

What responsibilities will the nursing intern have?

Responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under supervision, completing nursing orders, observing patient status, documenting observations, assisting in care plan development, and performing other assigned tasks.

Is prior nursing experience required for this position?

No additional preferences are mentioned; nursing interns typically have limited experience as they are in training.

How long has Ascension Wisconsin been providing healthcare careers?

Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding healthcare careers since 1848.

Does Ascension offer equal employment opportunities?

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

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

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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.