Inpatient Nurse Intern - Summer 2027

Winona Health • Winona, MN

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About The Position

This is a 10-week, paid summer nursing internship for Summer 2027 in the inpatient departments (Med-Surg-Peds and ICCU). Under the direction and immediate availability of a professional nurse preceptor, the Nurse Intern supports nursing functions and assists with patient care and comfort. The internship is intended to strengthen clinical skills, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary communication. The intern performs only tasks taught in academic programs or orientation and for which competency has been demonstrated to the designated RN preceptor.

The position is listed as 0.75–0.90 FTE, or 60–72 hours per pay period. The schedule includes days or nights, with hours between 6:45 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. or 6:45 p.m. and 7:15 a.m.; every third weekend is required, and holidays are not scheduled. The required internship commitment is 36 hours per week for 10 weeks. Starting pay is $18.45–$23.06, based on experience.

The intern completes Winona Health orientation and education requirements, maintains competency, and contributes to the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Documentation in the Electronic Medical Record must be verified for accuracy and co-signed each shift by the professional RN preceptor, who also completes and documents independent patient assessments as required. The intern has no direct reports.

Winona Health describes benefits that may vary by employment classification and job status. Listed benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; mental health support and wellness incentives; short- and long-term disability; additional protection plans; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions subject to eligibility; flexible scheduling; paid time off and earned sick time; paid training; tuition reimbursement; scholarships; sponsored seminars; and employee discounts with local businesses.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a baccalaureate or associate nursing program and qualified to graduate by December 2027 or May 2028; transcript must be provided.
• Actively enrolled in a nursing internship course through a Minnesota school of higher education.
• Minnesota CNA certification.
• BLS certification.
• Good decision-making, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to work 36 hours per week for 10 weeks; days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays may be included in the required commitment.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a busy, changing environment.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with a patient information database such as Cerner.

Nice To Haves

• Previous nursing assistant experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Complete Winona Health orientation and educational requirements, maintain competency, and contribute to the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Under the direction of a professional nurse preceptor, perform duties related to patient care and comfort that have been taught and for which competence has been demonstrated.
• Assist with rooming patients, bathing, feeding, ambulation, bed repositioning, toileting, personal care, and vital signs.
• Obtain and put away supplies to support quality and timely patient care.
• Remain vigilant to patient safety needs, take necessary precautions, and promptly communicate concerns to the professional nurse.
• Enter applicable data collection and task completion in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Have documentation verified for accuracy and co-signed each shift by the professional RN preceptor.
• Administer and document medication at the point of care under the direct supervision of the RN preceptor.
• Promptly report malfunctioning equipment and remove it from the patient care area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Mental health support and wellness incentives
• Short- and long-term disability
• Additional benefits such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off and earned sick time
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships
• Sponsored seminars
• Employee discounts with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed