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Nursing Intern - Respiratory Step Down & Acute Care

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Ascension

Jul 10

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

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

  • 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 is the job title of the position being offered?

The job title is Nursing Intern - Respiratory Step Down & Acute Care.

Where is the job location?

The job is located at Ascension Via Christi St Francis, 929 N Saint Francis St, Wichita, KS 67214.

What department will the Nursing Intern be working in?

The Nursing Intern will be working in the Cardiovascular department.

What is the schedule for this position?

The schedule is PRN (as needed), with a day shift from 7 am to 7 pm, requiring a minimum of one 12-hour shift per pay period (every two weeks), along with a rotating weekend and holiday schedule.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Nursing Intern?

The primary responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), completing nursing orders, assisting with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, observing patient status, documenting and reporting observations, assisting with care plan development, and performing other assigned tasks.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

A high school diploma or GED is required, along with being accepted or enrolled in a Nursing program upon hire and beginning classes within 90 days.

What certifications are required for this position?

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

What benefits are offered for this position?

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

How does Ascension Via Christi support military families?

Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers various benefits to support the well-being of military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists, empowering associates to apply their military experience to their civilian careers.

Is the position subject to EEO guidelines?

Yes, Ascension is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of various protected statuses.

What should applicants be aware of regarding job offers?

Applicants should note that Ascension will only make offers of employment to individuals who have officially applied for the position and will not solicit money or banking information during the 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.