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Orlando Health

2mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in ASN or BSN, preparing for final semesters, or have completed nursing program without a FL license, and show proof of continuous enrollment without a break over a year.
  • You will assist patients with daily care, monitor vital signs, maintain a safe environment, document data accurately, communicate with the healthcare team, and support patient admissions and discharges.

Requirements

  • Enrolled in an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program and preparing to enter the final two semesters or quarter of the applicable nursing program OR completed nursing program and does not have current FL license.
  • Completed Senior Nurse Intern competencies.
  • Pre-graduation: Proof of continued enrollment in a pre-licensure, professional nursing program with no break in enrollment exceeding one (1) year.

Responsibilities

  • Assists patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination and nutritional needs.
  • Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment.
  • Maintains safety and security of patients, families, self, and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Assures patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
  • Follows standard precautions, always washes hands between patients.
  • Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
  • Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rates, food and fluid intake and output as directed.
  • Obtains data and accurately documents pertinent patient information according to Baptist Health and Orlando Health specific policies and guidelines.
  • Recognizes and communicates appropriate information and safety concerns regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and or other members of the healthcare team.
  • Participates in handoff report and purposeful hourly rounding of patients.
  • Provides exceptional service and or care to all patients, families, customers and team members.
  • Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by Baptist Health and Orlando Health and unit specific competencies.
  • Maintains a clean, neat, safe and organized nursing unit.
  • Receives and processes incoming phone calls, patient call lights and guest requests.
  • Transports and delivers items, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
  • May have limited access to areas storing medications.
  • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies and procedures.
  • Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
  • Participates in nursing Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
  • Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
  • Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
  • Attends hospital, unit staff meetings and in-services according to policy.
  • Completes all mandatory training.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on principles of growth and development over the life span.
  • Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.

FAQs

What educational qualifications are required for the Senior Nurse Intern position?

Candidates must be enrolled in an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and preparing to enter the final two semesters or quarters of the applicable nursing program, or have completed a nursing program without a current Florida license.

Are there specific competencies that must be completed before starting this internship?

Yes, candidates must have completed Senior Nurse Intern competencies to be eligible for the position.

What types of shifts are available for this position?

The position offers varied shifts to accommodate the needs of the healthcare facility.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Nurse Intern at Baptist Health Walker Hospital?

Key responsibilities include assisting patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutritional needs, providing routine treatments, maintaining a safe patient environment, and effectively communicating relevant patient information to the healthcare team.

How is patient confidentiality ensured during the intern's duties?

The Senior Nurse Intern is responsible for assuring patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality, and is required to follow standard precautions, including washing hands between patients.

What should I do if I notice a safety concern regarding a patient’s condition?

You should recognize and communicate the appropriate information and safety concerns regarding the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse (RN) or other members of the healthcare team.

Are there any training expectations for this position?

Yes, interns are required to complete all mandatory training, attend hospital and unit staff meetings, and participate in nursing Performance Improvement activities as assigned.

Is participation in change initiatives encouraged?

Yes, employees are expected to enthusiastically support and participate in planned changes within the organization.

What is the policy regarding attendance for this role?

Interns are expected to maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies and applicable laws.

How does the Senior Nurse Intern demonstrate competency?

The Senior Nurse Intern must demonstrate competency in specific tasks and skills defined by Baptist Health and Orlando Health, as well as unit-specific competencies.

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Orlando Health

A trusted leader inspiring hope through the advancement of health.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1918
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Orlando Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization with $7.6 billion of assets under management that serves the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the system was founded more than 100 years ago.