Student Nurse Intern Women's Specialties

Yale New Haven Health

Jul 24

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Healthcare
New Haven

Requirements

EDUCATION:
The Student Nurse Intern (SNI) is defined as a nursing student who is currently enrolled in an accredited BSN School/ Department of Nursing program.
EXPERIENCE:
The SNI has successfully completed their schools' Fundamental Nursing Skills Laboratory and is currently enrolled in or has completed at least one semester of relevant clinical practicum in the School of Nursing program.
LICENSURE:
CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
Special working conditions and physical activities: Requires prolonged standing, walking, use of sight, hearing, and touch, moving/lifting patients of varying weights
Additional Information:
Internship in OB/GYN setting strongly preferred

Responsibilities

1. Safety and Emergency Management: Responds appropriately to patient and hospital based emergency situations.
1.1 Performs all patient care procedures safely following the hospital's policies and procedures Ensures patient and family confidentiality at all times. Summons assistance in emergency situations as outlined in the hospital's policies and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients. Consistently utilizes principles of safe lifting. Consistently practices infection control and universal precautions techniques.
2. Nursing Process: Practices within the Patient and Family Centered Care (PFCC) Model and applies nursing process under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
2.1 Accepts report with RN on patient assignments and participates actively in patient care conferences with RN. Collaborates with the RN to analyze data to identify patient problems/needs. Collaborates with the RN to formulate nursing interventions related to problems/needs identified. Collaborates with RN to assess patient?s responses to interventions. Communicates immediately to the RN all changes or observations of the patient's condition. Collects and documents data (vital signs, intake and output, etc.) in the patient?s medical record. Follows established procedure in performing selected nursing functions; example: unit POCT once trained/validated.
3. Patient Population: Demonstrates an increased level of clinical competence and clinical judgment by relating nursing theory to practice. Collaborates with RN regarding the following:
3.1 Researches and correlates signs and symptoms to the history and pathophysiology of illness Correlates scientific basis and the rationale for selected nursing interventions Correlates rationale for medication plan with patient's condition Accesses Clinical Work Station to increase nursing knowledge through the use of: Clinical Practice Manual, library, reference materials, and other educational resources.
4. Procedures and Therapies: Provides direct nursing care and performs clinical nursing skills under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
4.1 Provides nursing care to patients preserving the patient's right to dignity, respect and autonomy. Performs selected non-sterile treatments (i.e. cold compress) and procedures under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. Performs technical duties and selected tasks as delegated by the Registered Nurse. Performs all patient care procedures safely following the hospital's policies and procedures.
5. Leadership: Refines communication skills with patients, families and multi-disciplinary health team members, develops professional relationships and demonstrates increased professional accountability.
5.1 Reports to unit on time. Provides proper notification for unscheduled absences or tardiness. Presents neat appearance in professional nursing attire and with hospital identification. Introduces self to patient and family as the patient's Student Nurse Intern. Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal communication skills.

FAQs

What is the role of a Student Nurse Intern (SNI) in Women's Specialties?

The Student Nurse Intern assists in nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performing unlicensed clinical skills and providing environmental support to the unit while adhering to patient and family-centered care principles.

What qualifications are needed to apply for the Student Nurse Intern position?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited BSN School/Department of Nursing Program, have completed their school's Fundamental Nursing Skills Laboratory, and must be enrolled in or have completed at least one semester of relevant clinical practicum.

Are Student Nurse Interns allowed to administer medications or IV therapies?

No, Student Nurse Interns are prohibited from preparing or administering any medications, initiating IV therapy, or accepting physician or LIP orders. They will only perform unlicensed clinical skills under supervision.

What types of emergency situations should a Student Nurse Intern be prepared to respond to?

The Student Nurse Intern should respond appropriately to patient and hospital-based emergency situations, maintaining safety protocols and summoning assistance as outlined in the hospital's policies.

How do Student Nurse Interns collaborate with Registered Nurses?

Student Nurse Interns collaborate with Registered Nurses by accepting patient assignments, participating in care conferences, assessing patient responses to interventions, and collecting and documenting patient data.

What specific nursing tasks can a Student Nurse Intern perform?

Student Nurse Interns can provide direct nursing care, perform selected non-sterile treatments, and execute technical duties as delegated by the Registered Nurse while ensuring patient dignity and safety.

What is the physical demand required for this position?

The role requires prolonged standing and walking, as well as the ability to use sight, hearing, and touch, and demands moving or lifting patients of varying weights.

Is there a preference for prior experience in a particular medical setting for applicants?

Yes, prior internship experience in an OB/GYN setting is strongly preferred for applicants.

What type of certification is required for the Student Nurse Intern position?

Candidates must possess a current CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider certification.

What are some key values that guide the work of a Student Nurse Intern at YNHHS?

Key values include integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion, which guide daily actions as individuals and professionals.

Yale New Haven Health

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Employees

1996

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Yale New Haven Health is making it easier for people to access the latest medical treatments, advanced research and innovations through our five outstanding hospitals – Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial and Westerly – and our affiliation with the prestigious Yale University and its highly-ranked Yale School of Medicine. Plus, our patients benefit from access to hundreds of dedicated primary care physicians and specialists in Northeast Medical Group and Yale Medicine. We also have advanced clinical relationships with multiple hospitals and numerous outpatient locations throughout the state so you can get the care you need, when you need it. As one organization, we’re working together to make health care more patient-focused, more accessible and more cost-effective. Some call it personalized medicine. We call it good care. For more information, check out the YNHHS Web site: www.ynhhs.org