Intern I - 7th Floor Med Surg - Per Diem

Mohawk Valley Health System•City of Utica, NY

About The Position

The Nurse Intern I performs select procedures and treatments, maintains patient care units in orderly condition, and assists RNs as requested. Working in the 7th Floor Medical/Surgical department, the intern supports patient healing and care delivery by carrying out duties under the direction of a floor RN and providing direct patient care.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
Completed one semester of clinicals.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Carry out 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.
Answer patient call lights in a timely manner.
Collect, label, and send urine, stool, and sputum specimens to the laboratory.
Lift and transfer patients using proper body mechanics, transfer devices, and techniques.
Set up portable oxygen and suction equipment.
Apply and set up telemetry electrodes.
Assist with wound care and dressing changes.
Prepare patients and assist providers with examinations and treatment procedures.
Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, or traction setup when appropriate education and training have been completed.
Sit with patients requiring 1:1 observation or assist with patient transport.
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 the cleanliness of the unit and replenish stock items in unit areas.
Respond appropriately in emergencies and alert the supervising RN to abnormal findings or changes in patient condition.
Perform related duties as assigned.