Nurse Intern (RN or LPN): PRN

Firelands Health Careers•Sandusky, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A student nurse who is within their last 4 weeks of school or has graduated and awaiting boards in an RN education program including successful completion of one quarter/semester of clinical experience. Assists in delivery of patient care under the direction of a RN. The Nurse Intern will not perform any procedures that require licensing by the State (i.e. passing medications, nursing diagnosis, admission assessment, may complete data collection.)

Requirements

High school graduate; currently enrolled in an approved RN program (A.D., diploma, BSN).
Candidate must be committed to an RN position at Firelands Health.
Ability to provide proof from educational institution of good standing in program and currently in final semester.
Must complete nurse intern competency check list.
Must be currently certified in CPR (and recertified bi-annually).

Responsibilities

Provides care for patients according to nursing standards, protocols, procedures, and evidence-based practices.
Utilizes the nursing process.
Assesses the patient.
Assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
Administers routine treatments.
Communicates patient information.
Documents information.
Utilizes “OPIE” documentation process (N.I. can only document observation and interventions including physical assessments with RN/LPN review)
Charges equipment and supplies.
Communicates with other health team members, patients, and visitors.
Utilizes good guest relations.
Maintains adaptability.
Participates as a unit team member.
Reports problems.
Demonstrates Service Excellence.
Provides nursing care under direction of registered nurse.