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Summer Student Nurse Intern - Labor & Delivery - MSW - FT

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Mount Sinai Health System

18d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma, be enrolled in a BSN program, complete the first clinical year, maintain a GPA of 3.5+, receive faculty recommendations, and hold AHA BLS certification.
  • You will monitor vital signs, assist with daily activities, document care, support procedures, ensure patient safety, maintain a clean environment, and provide emotional support to patients and families.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma & enrolled in a BSN Program
  • Completion of the first clinical year in an accredited baccalaureate program in Nursing, with experience in a medical-surgical rotation.
  • Grade point average of 3.5 or above.
  • Satisfactory nursing faculty recommendations.
  • BLS from the AHA

Responsibilities

  • Performs and records patients vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations, pulse oximetry and pain rating.
  • Documents clinical data as assigned, in a computer or manual system.
  • Performs clinical procedures, such as specimen collection, venipuncture, EKG, application of sequential compression sleeves, post-mortem care, falls prevention, maintenance of skin integrity and capillary blood glucose monitoring.
  • Sets up for selected procedures and assists RNs accordingly.
  • Assists patient with activities of daily living, such as feeding, bathing, and/or toileting.
  • Orients patients to Specialty Service/Unit environment. Assists patient with ambulation and all levels of mobilization.
  • Assists with dietary functions, including delivering and collecting patient trays at bedside, passing menus to patients and assisting them with menu completion, mixing nutritional supplements, reporting variation in eating patterns to RN/Dietitian.
  • Maintains accurate and timely systems for transmission of patient dietary orders and changes.
  • Assists in pre- and post-operative procedures, such as patient transport, completion of pre-op checklist and reception of patient from PACU/OR.
  • Utilizes measures to ensure patient safety and promotes a restraint free environment.
  • Maintains use of restraints for patients under the direction of a RN and according to set policies and procedures.
  • Assists in emergency resuscitative procedures as directed by the registered professional nurse.
  • Provides care on the deceased as well as the involved family/significant other.
  • Performs pertinent observations/specific treatments of procedures, as assigned.
  • Documents patient care delivered on appropriate flow sheets.
  • Assists the professional registered nurse in the collaborative plan for patient education participating in patient/teaching activities.
  • Maintains a safe, clean and functional environment, including ensuring for the comfortable movement of the patient. Assists the patient in room maintenance, such as bed-stripping and trash removed, when necessary.
  • Performs One-to-One/Constant Observation and Safety Observations of patients as ordered, e.g., for safety, elopement, or suicide prevention.
  • Performs correct infection control techniques and maintains isolation status for patients under direction of a RN and according to set procedures.
  • Operates the pneumatic tube system when required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the minimum educational requirement for this internship?

The minimum educational requirement for this internship is a High School Diploma and enrollment in a BSN program, with the completion of the first clinical year in an accredited baccalaureate nursing program.

Is prior experience necessary to apply for this position?

Yes, candidates should have experience in a medical-surgical rotation as part of their nursing program to be qualified for this position.

What are the working hours for this internship?

The position is full-time, but specific working hours may vary based on departmental needs and scheduling.

Is there a GPA requirement for applicants?

Yes, applicants must have a grade point average of 3.5 or above to be eligible for this internship.

What types of patient care responsibilities will interns perform?

Interns will perform various patient care responsibilities including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, documenting clinical data, and assisting registered nurses with clinical procedures.

Are there any certifications required for this internship?

Yes, applicants must hold a BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) to be considered for this internship.

Is this position part of a collective bargaining unit?

No, this position is a non-bargaining unit role within the BDC - Nursing Float Pool at Mount Sinai West.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary range for this role is $16.50 - $74.07 per hour, depending on various factors including experience, education, and hospital needs.

What qualities does Mount Sinai value in their employees?

Mount Sinai values diversity, equity, inclusion, and the commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. They strive to create an environment that fosters anti-racist behaviors and supports all employees in their professional development.

What types of procedures will interns assist with?

Interns will assist with various procedures, including specimen collection, patient transport, pre- and post-operative procedures, and emergency resuscitative procedures under the direction of registered nurses.

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The Mount Sinai Health System is an integrated health system committed to providing distinguished care, conducting transformative research, and advancing biomedical education. Structured around seven hospital campuses and a single medical school, the Health System has an extensive ambulatory network and a range of inpatient and outpatient services—from community-based facilities to tertiary and quaternary care. WHO WE ARE We are compassionate collaborators—38,000 strong—working to heal, teach, and advance medicine in New York City and throughout the world. WHAT WE BELIEVE We believe in challenging the status quo. Forging a new pathway in clinical excellence is only possible by putting the patient at the center of the experience. WHY WORK WITH US Here, innovation is valued and collaboration is integral. Mount Sinai is full of friendly, helpful people who share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. Yet we’re as diverse as the city we call home—culturally, ethnically, in outlook and lifestyle. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unrivaled record of achievement, education, and advancement as we revolutionize healthcare together.