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Nursing Intern - Stepdown Intermediate Care, Cardiac

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Ascension

23d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma/GED, BLS certification within 30 days, and must be accepted or enrolled in a nursing program, starting classes within 90 days of hire.
  • You will provide direct nursing care under supervision, assist with daily living activities, take vital signs, observe patients, document findings, aid in care plans, and perform 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 is the location of the Nursing Intern position?

The Nursing Intern position is located at Elmbrook Memorial Hospital in Brookfield, WI.

What type of schedule is offered for this Nursing Intern role?

The schedule for this Nursing Intern position is PRN (as needed).

What department will the Nursing Intern be working in?

The Nursing Intern will be working in the Stepdown Intermediate Care Cardiac department.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

The educational requirements include a high school diploma or GED, and the candidate must be accepted or enrolled in a Nursing program by the date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer.

Is previous nursing experience required for this role?

No, there are no additional preferences regarding prior nursing experience mentioned in the job description.

What certifications are required to be eligible for the Nursing Intern position?

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

What kind of benefits are offered for this position?

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

Does Ascension provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Ascension is an equal employment opportunity employer and provides opportunities regardless of various legally protected statuses.

Are military candidates encouraged to apply for this position?

Yes, Ascension is a military-friendly organization and promotes career flexibility, providing support for military families, veterans, and reservists.

Does Ascension participate in E-Verify?

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

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

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1999
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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.