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Ascension

20d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma/GED, acceptance/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, document patient observations, help develop care plans, and perform other 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 will the Nursing Intern be working in?

The Nursing Intern will be working in the Float department.

What is the schedule for the Nursing Intern position?

The schedule is PRN (as needed) with flexibility around the school schedule.

Where is the St. Vincent Anderson Hospital located?

The St. Vincent Anderson Hospital is located in Anderson, IN.

What benefits are offered to Nursing Interns?

Benefits include 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 main responsibilities of a Nursing Intern?

Responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under supervision, completing assigned nursing orders, observing patient status, assisting with development of care plans, and performing other tasks as assigned.

What is required for licensure or certification for this role?

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

What educational qualifications are necessary to apply for the Nursing Intern position?

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

Are there any additional preferences for candidates applying for the Nursing Intern position?

No additional preferences are stated for this role.

What type of organization is Ascension?

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system with over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals.

Does Ascension provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Ascension provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) regardless of various legally protected statuses in accordance with applicable laws.

Is Ascension a military-friendly organization?

Yes, Ascension is military-friendly and promotes career flexibility while offering various benefits to support military families and veterans.

What should I be cautious of when applying for a position with Ascension?

Be cautious of possible fraudulent offers of employment; Ascension will only make official offers to individuals who have applied using the official application process.

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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.