About the role#
As a Student Nurse Intern in the Telemetry unit, you will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to support patient care. This role focuses on promoting health and preventing illness through direct bedside assistance and team collaboration. You will gain experience in a clinical setting while continuing your nursing education.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare providers to formulate and implement care plans.
- Perform basic bedside care and nursing procedures once your skills are validated.
- Document all care provided in the electronic medical record.
- Monitor patient conditions and report any changes or concerns to licensed staff.
- Assist patients with daily needs, including meals, mobility, and hygiene.
- Collect and record vital signs, intake and output, and specimens.
- Answer patient call lights within two minutes.
- Participate in emergency care, including CPR, crash cart checks, and responding to Code Blue.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Provide post-mortem care and assist with body transport.
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 school of nursing or current Kaweah Health employment while in a qualifying program.
- A current California Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred.
- Ability to maintain a validated Skills Checklist while working.
Location & details#
- Location: Visalia, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, 12-hour day shifts.
- Pay: $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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