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Nursing Intern - Respiratory Stroke Intermediate Care

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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 must be accepted/enrolled in a Nursing program starting within 90 days of hire/transfer.
  • You will provide nursing care under RN supervision, assist with daily living activities, document patient observations, 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. 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 Respiratory Intermediate Care department.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The schedule is PRN, with day shifts from 7 am to 7 pm, requiring a minimum of 1 twelve-hour shift per pay period, along with rotating weekends and holidays.

Where is the job location?

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

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, parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to give back to the community.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Nursing Intern?

The primary responsibilities include providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, completing assigned nursing orders, observing patient status and documenting observations, assisting with care plan development, and performing other assigned tasks.

What are the education requirements to apply for this role?

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 start classes within 90 days of hire.

What licensure or certification is required for this position?

You must obtain a BLS Provider certification within 30 days of the hire date, either from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Is this position considered military friendly?

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

Are equal employment opportunities provided at Ascension?

Yes, Ascension provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Can I apply for this position in person?

It is recommended to apply through the official application process provided by Ascension, as they will make employment offers only to individuals who have applied officially.

A faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care.

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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.