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Ascension

22d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Kalamazoo

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma/GED, be enrolled in a Nursing program, and obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
  • You will provide nursing care under supervision, assist with daily activities and vital signs, observe and document patient status, support care plan development, and perform various assigned tasks.

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 I be working in as a Nursing Intern?

You will be working in the Orthopedics Neurology department.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The schedule is PRN with rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays as per rotation.

Where is the position located?

The position is located at Ascension Borgess in Kalamazoo, MI.

What are the benefit options offered for this role?

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

What are the primary responsibilities of a Nursing Intern?

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

What licensure or certification is required for this position?

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

What education requirements must I meet to apply?

A high school diploma or GED is required, and you must be accepted or enrolled in a Nursing program at the time of hire and begin classes within 90 days of hire.

Are there additional preferences for this position?

Yes, the completion of the first med/surg rotation is preferred.

What is the mission of Ascension Michigan?

Ascension Michigan is dedicated to providing spiritually centered, holistic care that sustains and improves the health of the communities served throughout Michigan.

Is Ascension an equal employment opportunity employer?

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

Does Ascension support military families and veterans?

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

How can I apply for the Nursing Intern position?

You can apply by using the official application provided by Ascension; they will only make employment offers to individuals who apply through this process.

Will I be considered for the position if I require E-Verify for employment?

No, this ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

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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.