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Ascension

16d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Murfreesboro

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 within 90 days of hire/transfer.
  • You will provide direct nursing care, assist with daily living activities, monitor and document patient status, support care plan development, and perform tasks like transporting patients.

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 are the required qualifications for the Nursing Intern position?

The required qualifications include a high school diploma/GED and acceptance or enrollment in a Nursing program, with classes beginning within 90 days of hire.

What is the schedule for the Nursing Intern role?

The schedule is flexible with 12-hour shifts.

Where is the Nursing Intern position located?

The position is located at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro, TN.

What benefits are offered to Nursing Interns?

Benefits include paid time off (PTO), various health insurance options, retirement benefits, disability insurance, employee assistance programs, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to give back to the community.

What tasks will I be responsible for as a Nursing Intern?

Responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), assisting with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, observing patient status, documenting and reporting observations, and performing assigned tasks like environmental services.

Is there a specific graduation timeline for candidates?

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

Are there summer-only internship opportunities available?

No, there are no summer-only internship opportunities; this is a 12-month program.

When must I obtain my BLS Provider certification?

You must obtain your BLS Provider certification within 30 days of your hire date or job transfer date.

Does this program require candidates to stay in the Murfreesboro area for its duration?

Yes, candidates must be in the Murfreesboro, TN area for the duration of the 12-month program.

Will I be part of a military-friendly organization?

Yes, Ascension is a military-friendly organization that promotes career flexibility and offers benefits to support military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists.

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Ascension

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.