About the role#
The Nurse Intern supports patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role focuses on hands-on learning and collaboration with the healthcare team to provide safe and organized care. You will assist with essential tasks to help the healing process.
What you'll do#
- Provide basic patient care within your scope of practice, such as monitoring vital signs and assisting with hygiene.
- Communicate with the care team during handoffs and report changes in patient conditions.
- Develop clinical skills by seeking feedback and applying evidence-based practices under RN guidance.
- Keep work areas clean and organized to meet safety standards.
- Maintain basic equipment like glucometers and scales.
- Perform hourly rounding and engage in purposeful patient interactions.
- Document all tasks and observations clearly and accurately.
- Uphold customer service standards for patients and their families.
- Maintain regular attendance and follow all facility policies.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Nursing program.
- Completion of fundamentals of clinicals in an accredited Nursing program.
- 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
- Basic understanding of patient care procedures and medical terminology.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Attention to detail for accurate documentation.
- Commitment to a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Required certifications include CPR from the AHA, ARC, or ASHI, and a Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the State Department of Public Safety.
Location & details#
- Location: Palmer, Alaska.
- Schedule: Night shift.
- Status: Full-time.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Community Health Systems
Community Health Systems operates as a public healthcare provider in the United States. The organization manages 60 affiliated hospitals and over 800 additional sites of care. These locations include urgent care centers, physician practices, and imaging facilities. The company maintains a presence in 32 markets across 12 states. Its headquarters are located in Franklin, Tennessee.
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