Intern I - 8th Floor Med Surg - Per Diem

Mohawk Valley Health System • City of Utica, NY

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About The Position

The Nurse Intern I performs select procedures and treatments, maintains patient care units in an orderly condition, and assists RNs as requested. The role supports patient healing and care delivery by carrying out duties assigned by a floor RN and providing direct patient care. The position is per diem, with a variable shift and a stated pay rate of $18 per hour.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
• Completion of one semester of clinicals.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out specific duties as directed by a floor RN to support patient healing and care delivery.
• Provide direct patient care, including bathing, oral and hair care, bed making, ambulation, positioning, and toileting.
• Take and record patient measurements, including intake and output, vital signs, and weights.
• Respond to patient call lights in a timely manner.
• Safely, appropriately, and promptly perform and document assigned tasks, including collecting, labeling, and sending specimens to the lab; lifting and transferring patients using proper body mechanics and transfer equipment; setting up portable oxygen and suction equipment; applying and setting up telemetry electrodes; and assisting with wound care and dressing changes.
• Prepare patients and assist providers with examinations and treatment procedures.
• Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, or traction setup after appropriate education and training, as applicable.
• Sit with patients requiring 1:1 observation or assist with patient transport, as needed.
• Securely transport medications to and from the pharmacy.
• Provide and document preventative skin care as directed, and document care provided.
• Prepare patient rooms for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Help maintain unit cleanliness and replenish stock items in unit areas.
• Respond appropriately in emergency situations and alert the supervising RN to abnormal findings or changes in patient conditions.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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