Franciscan Nurse Internship Dyer Munster

Franciscan Alliance, Inc. • Munster, IN

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About The Position

The Franciscan Nurse Internship program is a unique program to support the current demand on the nursing workforce. Employment at a Franciscan Health facility allows students to gain valuable clinical experience as they complete their nursing degree, easing the transition into nursing practice. Interns are paid to work 8-12 hours per month and receive tuition assistance for the last three semesters of their nursing program. With more than a century-old tradition of health care, Franciscan Health has long been a place where nurses care for patients while continuing Christ's ministry in our Franciscan tradition. The internship offers participants an exceptional opportunity to learn new skills of the nursing profession in a safe and nurturing environment. The internship will take place at the following Franciscan Health locations: Dyer Munster Crown Point

Requirements

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited LPN, ASN, or BSN program and:
• Completed at least one semester of clinicals in an LPN or ASN program or at least 2 semesters at a BSN program and
• Be currently enrolled in good standing.
• Provide a current American Heart Association BLS certification. (upload with resume, at the "upload" portion of the application.)
• Submit 2 letters of recommendation (one from clinical instructor) (upload with resume, at the "upload" portion of the application.)
• Provide a professional statement of interest. (upload with resume, at the "upload" portion of the application.)
• Submit a clearly readable unofficial transcript. (upload with resume, at the "upload" portion of the application.)
• Attach your resume or CV, include expected graduation date - (upload at the "upload" portion of the application.)

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process (Assessment, Planning, Intervention and Evaluation) for providing direct patient care in the acute care setting.
• Manage the care of patients experiencing acute and chronic conditions utilizing a holistic approach.
• Integrate knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program: critical thinking, care coordination, decision making, leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Develop clinical reasoning and competent nursing practice and begin transition to professional practice.
• Commit to working a minimum of 8-12 hours every month on their assigned unit with their assigned RN preceptor while in the Internship Program.
• Commit to 3744 hours (2 years) of full time service upon obtaining their LPN and or RN credential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees