About the role#
This internship program is designed for non-traditional UMary students who are enrolled in full-time study during the summer semester. You will work 18 to 24 hours per month. The program begins with one week of orientation before you join a specific department. You will be paired with a preceptor to gain hands-on experience in areas such as Neurology, Oncology, Cardiology, Orthopedics, or the Float Pool. Your goal is to build confidence and competence in your clinical skills while working alongside a licensed nurse.
What you'll do#
- Perform direct and indirect patient care tasks.
- Support daily department activities.
- Care for patients through all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
- Learn to communicate with and support patients effectively.
- Apply population-specific patient care protocols and policies.
- Develop time management skills while working a professional schedule.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited RN program (associate or bachelor degree).
- Participation in a prior academic clinical experience.
- Enrollment in a board of licensed clinical practice approved internship course (this requirement does not apply to internships in South Dakota or Wisconsin).
Location & details#
- Location: Bismarck, North Dakota.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Sanford Health
Sanford Health is a nonprofit health system based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It operates as the largest rural health system in the United States. The organization maintains 47 medical centers and over 200 senior care locations through the Good Samaritan Society. Its network serves more than one million patients across a large geographic area.
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