About the role#
The Nurse Clinical Intern works in our Acute Care Units under the guidance of a nurse mentor. You will use the nursing process to provide patient care while taking responsibility and accountability for your individual actions and the outcomes of the care you deliver.
What you'll do#
- Provide physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Develop nursing care plans by examining patients and obtaining medical histories.
- Document patient physical conditions, psychological status, and social factors in records.
- Review physician prescriptions and coordinate care with other healthcare providers.
- Teach patients and families about healthcare requirements, medications, and self-care skills.
- Evaluate patient care against therapeutic standards and modify care plans as needs change.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment by following infection-control and medication administration protocols.
- Keep equipment running, manage supplies, and troubleshoot issues.
- Collaborate with department leaders to enter and evaluate patient data.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college nursing program.
- Completion of all but the final one or two semesters of a CCNE or NLN accredited Registered Nursing program.
- Academic good standing.
- A letter of recommendation from your school of nursing.
- Previous experience as a CNA or patient care technician is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Sioux Center, Iowa.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Shift: Rotating days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
About Avera Health
Avera Health is a nonprofit health system based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It operates 315 locations across five states including South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, and North Dakota. The organization serves approximately 1 million people through its hospitals, clinics, and long term care facilities. Its operations rely on a workforce of 5,001 to 10,000 employees.
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