Nurse Intern -Waukesha Memorial Hospital 5MED- 0.4 FTE (Flexible Shifts)
About The Position
The Medical Unit (5MED) at Waukesha Memorial Hospital is a fast-paced, 53-bed unit serving a variety of patient populations. The staff provide care for patients with diagnoses including Sepsis, Acute/Chronic Respiratory conditions (Trachs/Vents), Cellulitis, Urinary Tract infections, chronic conditions like COPD, Heart Failure, Diabetes, patients on Dialysis, and acute drug and alcohol withdrawal. The unit also cares for medical patients with mental health conditions and Dementia. The unit has approximately 120 staff members, including RNs, CNAs, Nurse Interns, Health Unit Coordinators, Staff Development Specialist, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Charge Nurse, Assistant Manager, and Manager.
Requirements
- Must be a nursing student entering the final semester of a registered nurse program or an individual who has completed a nursing program but has not yet obtained state licensure to practice as an RN.
- Must be a nursing student entering the final 9 months of a RN program or an individual who has completed an accredited nursing program but has not yet received registered nursing licensure.
- Must be currently enrolled in, or a graduate of, an accredited school of nursing.
- Current employees must have an overall highly valued rating on their last performance review.
- If enrolled in a nursing program, must be active in the nursing program without discipline.
- Must have passing grades in all nursing courses.
Nice To Haves
- Submission of a recommendation letter by a clinical instructor from the candidate’s school.
- Submission of a clinical education skills checklist from the candidate’s school.
- Submission of a current transcript (may be unofficial).
Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of the registered nurse, collects objective data according to clinical practice and theory obtained from nursing education and orientation.
- Utilizes objective data and works under the supervision of the registered nurse in providing nursing care grounded in the ANA standards of nursing practice.
- May administer medications under the direct supervision of the RN after completing Pharmacology course (or equivalent content) in school.
- Obtains clinical knowledge and technical skills while working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (e.g., Clinical Nurse 2, 3, or 4).
- Be available for New Employee Welcome (NEW) and participate in Clinical Team Orientation (CTO).
- Be available to work at least one 8-hour shift per week upon completion of orientation and/or scheduled FTE.
Benefits
- Exceptional career opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
