About the role#
This paid, eight-week internship at NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens offers undergraduate nursing students hands-on experience in a hospital setting. You will work alongside our nursing team within Medical/Surgical units to gain insight into patient care, hospital operations, and the daily work of nursing professionals. The program runs from June 8, 2027, through July 30, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Assist with patient care activities related to personal, therapeutic, and comfort needs.
- Support patients with activities of daily living.
- Obtain patient height, weight, and vital signs.
- Perform blood pressure measurements using electronic and manual equipment.
- Learn and follow established patient care policies, procedures, safety practices, and standards.
- Collaborate with nurses and other members of the healthcare team.
- Present a final project highlighting your internship experience, key takeaways, and lessons learned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
- Expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete work within established timelines.
- Ability to follow direction from nursing leadership and communicate updates to key staff.
- Ability to identify problems, review information, recognize trends, and communicate solutions.
- Strong customer service, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective time and task management skills.
- Team-oriented mindset and comfort working collaboratively with a variety of colleagues.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Flushing, New York.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- This internship does not guarantee employment upon completion of the program.
About NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is a nonprofit healthcare organization based in New York. It manages a network of facilities including the Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the Weill Cornell Medical Center. The hospital provides inpatient, ambulatory, and preventive care services. Its clinical specialties include surgery, pediatrics, neurosciences, and emergency medicine.
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