About the role#
The Student Nurse Internship Program is a paid, clinical role designed to bridge nursing education and professional practice. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse to build clinical confidence and competence. This program offers placements in hospital and ambulatory care settings, allowing you to explore clinical specialties.
What you'll do#
- Provide support in routine and technical aspects of nursing care for patients of all ages.
- Assist with patient care activities while following best practices and protocols.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
- Maintain a safe and healing environment for patients and their families.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited BSN or ADN nursing program.
- Completion of junior year coursework for a Bachelor’s program or two semesters of an Associates program by summer 2027.
- Enrollment and active participation in an approved internship co-operative course at an accredited nursing school in the state of employment for the summer semester.
- Ability to commit to 32-40 hours per week.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification, which must be obtained within one month of hire and remain active throughout the internship.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, full-time internship for Summer 2027.
- Positions are available in Sandstone, Minnesota, and Moose Lake, Minnesota.
- Units include Med Surg in Moose Lake and a Med Surg/Emergency Department combination in Sandstone.
- Shifts rotate and include days, nights, and weekends.
About Essentia Health
Essentia Health is an integrated health system based in Duluth, Minnesota. It operates 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, and several long-term care and assisted living facilities across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. The organization employs over 15,000 people, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners. It manages a network that includes retail pharmacies and a research institute.
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