About the role#
As a Student Nurse Intern in the M/S Oncology department, you will work under the direction of a registered nurse to provide care, prevent injury, and alleviate suffering. You will assist the interdisciplinary team in delivering holistic care and advocating for patients and their families. This is a part-time position that requires on-site work.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with patients, families, and health care providers to formulate care plans.
- Perform basic bedside care and nursing procedures under the direct supervision of an RN.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, ambulation, and oral care.
- Collect and record vital signs, intake and output, weight, and height.
- Answer patient call lights within two minutes and greet families in a professional manner.
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Collect, label, and deliver specimens.
- Provide post-mortem care and assist with emergency procedures like CPR and Code Blue response.
- Maintain a clean and safe patient environment while ensuring confidentiality.
- Report any changes in a patient's condition to licensed staff immediately.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited RN program: completion of the 3rd semester for ASN students or 4th semester for BSN students.
- Current BLS certification.
- Participation in an approved Work Study Program affiliated with your nursing school or current employment with Kaweah Health while enrolled in a qualifying nursing program.
- Ability to submit updated transcripts to HR each term.
- Current CA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred.
- Ability to notify management and HR of any changes in nursing program enrollment.
Location & details#
- Location: Visalia, California.
- Shift: Day, 12-hour shifts.
- Compensation: $24.00 per hour.
About Kaweah Health
Kaweah Health is a publicly-owned community healthcare organization based in Visalia, California. Founded in 1963, it serves the greater Visalia region and Tulare County. The organization provides preventive services, specialized health clinics, and medical care. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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