About the role#
As a Clinical Nursing Student in the Progressive Care Unit, you will gain hands-on experience through job shadowing and direct patient care. You will work under the guidance of a Registered Nurse to develop your clinical skills and support the nursing process. This role is designed to provide exposure to a hospital environment while you complete your nursing education.
What you'll do#
- Provide direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, feeding, and comfort measures.
- Record vital signs and assist with patient data collection.
- Act as a liaison between patients and the nursing team to report changes or concerns.
- Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to ensure quality care delivery.
- Perform delegated tasks once you have validated your competency.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
- Participate in hand-off reports and escalate concerns through the proper chain of command.
- Use clinical technology to assist in daily tasks.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment in a nursing program with at least one completed clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation.
- Ability to communicate clearly with the healthcare team and follow directions.
- Knowledge of patient safety standards, infection prevention, and transmission-based precautions.
- A compassionate, relationship-based approach to care.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Accountability for completing assigned tasks and maintaining professionalism.
- BLS certification and recent experience in acute or long-term care are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, 24 hours per week.
- Shift: Nights.
About Mercy Health
Mercy Health is a nonprofit health care provider based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 2013, the organization operates as part of the Trinity Health system. It maintains a focus on specialties including cardiology, oncology, neurology, and orthopedics. The system employs over 10,001 people across its locations.
How to get in at Mercy Health
Securing an internship at Mercy Health requires staying ahead of the volume of applicants. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first. Early applicants get seen before the pile grows, which is a significant advantage in a competitive health care environment. You should also focus on building professional connections early. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral. This direct approach materially improves response rates compared to submitting a cold application.
