About the role#
The Clinical Nursing Student program is a temporary, full-time summer opportunity for nursing students to gain clinical experience. You will work under the guidance of a Registered Nurse (RN) to observe the role within a care team and assist with patient care. This program is designed to build your critical thinking skills and provide exposure to hospital operations.
What you'll do#
- Shadow an RN to learn the role and observe the nursing process in action.
- Provide basic patient care, including recording vital signs, assisting with personal hygiene, and supporting patient mobility.
- Act as a liaison between patients and the nursing staff by reporting changes or concerns.
- Perform unit-based specialty duties and tasks once your competency has been validated.
- Collaborate with the care team to ensure quality patient care and participate in hand-off reports.
- Provide accurate and timely documentation for patient care activities.
- Deliver customer service to patients, families, and visitors.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment in an RN nursing program, with successful completion of program-specific educational requirements.
- An anticipated graduation date within 12 months of the summer program start.
- Ability to communicate clearly with the healthcare team and follow directions.
- Knowledge of patient safety standards, infection prevention, and the nursing process.
- Professionalism and a compassionate approach to care.
- BLS certification and recent experience in acute or long-term care are preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027.
- The role is on-site at various Bon Secours locations in Richmond, Mechanicsville, Midlothian, Kilmarnock, Emporia, and Petersburg, Virginia.
About Bon Secours
Bon Secours is a nonprofit health system based in Marriottsville, Maryland. It operates acute care hospitals, long term care facilities, and retirement communities across seven states on the East Coast. The organization employs over 24,000 caregivers. It manages a wide range of services including hospice, home care, and assisted living.
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