Nurse Intern - Surgical Unit

Baptist Health Care • Pensacola, FL

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About The Position

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the nurse intern performs a variety of routine duties to assist the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care. As a direct care staff, the nurse intern spends the majority of his or her time interacting with, assisting, and supporting our patients. Along with ensuring a safe environment, this position develops with each individual a therapeutic relationship which is critical in the healing process.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse Licensed
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients in collaboration with licensed personnel.
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the department/division, as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed including: Sitting with patients and Sitting with Baker Acted Patients.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of data collected (patients’ vital signs and I&Os).
• Maintains current knowledge/certification.
• Assumes clerical duties necessary to assist the healthcare team to provide patient care.
• Receives and directs phone calls and serves as the receptionist for the department.
• Maintains supplies/inventory for department.
• Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.
• May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees