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Nursing Intern - Emergency Department

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Ascension

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
  • Wichita

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma/GED, BLS certification within 30 days, and to be accepted/enrolled in a Nursing program, starting classes within 90 days of hire or transfer.
  • You will assist with patient care, monitor vital signs, document observations, support care plan development, and perform tasks related to patient transport and environmental services.

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 I be working in as a Nursing Intern?

You will be working in the Emergency Department.

What is the schedule for the Nursing Intern position?

The schedule is PRN, Day Shift, from 7a-7p, with rotating weekends and holidays. Evening shifts are also available.

Where is Ascension Via Christi St Francis located?

It is located in Wichita, Kansas.

What benefits does this position offer?

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

What are the main responsibilities of a Nursing Intern in this position?

Responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), completing assigned nursing orders, observing patient status and responses, assisting with the care plan, and performing other tasks as assigned.

What licensure or certification is required for this position?

A BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date is required.

What educational background is needed for this position?

A high school diploma or GED is required, and candidates must be accepted or enrolled in a Nursing program and begin classes within 90 days of hire/transfer.

What is the mission of Ascension?

Ascension's mission encompasses caring for communities and providing healing, with a commitment to enhancing the lives of associates and the people they serve.

Is Ascension an equal opportunity employer?

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

How does Ascension support military families and veterans?

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

How should I apply for this position?

You should apply using the official application provided by Ascension, as offers of employment will only be made to applicants who have submitted a formal application.

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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.