About the role#
The Nursing Clinical Internship provides an opportunity to practice at a competent level of care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse mentor. You will use the nursing process to provide patient care while taking responsibility for your actions and the outcomes of the care you deliver. This role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
What you'll do#
- Provide nursing care by reviewing physician prescriptions and coordinating with other healthcare providers.
- Obtain medical histories and examine patients to develop nursing care plans and diagnoses.
- Document patient physical conditions, psychological status, and care services in department records.
- Teach healthcare requirements and self-care skills to patients and families.
- Evaluate patient health outcomes against care standards and modify care plans as needed.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment by following infection-control policies and medication administration procedures.
- Ensure patient care equipment is operating correctly and manage care supplies.
- Enhance your nursing capabilities through training directed by your mentor.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a CCNE or NLN accredited Registered Nursing program.
- Completion of all but the final one or two semesters of your nursing program.
- Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, PRN.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
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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