About the role#
The Susan D. Flynn Pediatric Oncology Nursing Fellowship is a summer program designed to foster the professional development of students interested in oncology nursing. As an intern, you will function as a Patient Care Assistant under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will gain exposure to oncology patient care, clinical research, and various support departments while completing an evidence-based practice research project.
What you'll do#
- Provide direct patient care, including assisting with feedings and personal care.
- Obtain vital signs and patient data.
- Obtain and test specimens.
- Transport patients and assist with admissions and discharges.
- Document patient information on appropriate forms.
- Maintain unit supply inventories and clean or maintain equipment.
- Perform quality control checks on equipment or supplies.
- Handle miscellaneous errands and transportation of supplies or medications.
- Assist with routine clerical tasks.
- Complete and present an evidence-based practice research project in Pediatric Oncology Nursing.
What you'll need#
- Current registration as a rising Senior Nursing Student in a four-year baccalaureate program.
- Enrollment in a nursing program approved by the Flynn Fellowship Program.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
Location & details#
- Location: Hartford, Connecticut.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week) for 8 consecutive weeks.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Connecticut Children's
Connecticut Children's is a pediatric academic medical center based in Hartford. Founded in 1996, it functions as the primary teaching and research site for the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It operates as a nonprofit institution dedicated to the health of children and families.
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