Nurse Intern, Bellevue: PRN

Firelands Health Careers•Bellevue, OH

16d

About The Position

A nurse intern will be engaged in a structured internship program to gain practical experience in clinical settings while under the supervision of a nurse. A nurse intern may participate, perform and engage in any and all aspects of the associated licensure they are seeking (LPN or RN) under the direct supervision of their assigned precepting nurse. A nurse intern may perform activities within the scope of unlicensed personnel without direct supervision of a precepting nurse. About Firelands Health: Our goal at Firelands Health is to be the best & preferred independent healthcare employer for the Sandusky Bay region. Firelands Health is the area’s largest and most comprehensive resource for quality medical care. We are “big enough to care for you, and small enough to care about you”. We are locally managed and governed as a not-for-profit healthcare facility, serving the counties of Erie, Ottawa, Sandusky, and Huron, covering a regional service area with over 300,000 residents. Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare, promote community wellness, and improve the lives we serve. Our Core ACE Values: Attitude: We choose to be positive and inclusive every day. Commitment: We are committed to exceed the expectations of those we serve. Enthusiasm: We will work passionately to make a difference.

Requirements

RN or LPN student who has completed a minimum of one year with one semester of clinical coursework.
Must verify passing grade in clinical coursework.
Must have affiliated college/school complete and verify nurse intern competency checklist.
BLS

Responsibilities

Participates in the orientation program as directed by the nursing unit/education team.
Adhere to facility policies, procedures, and standards of care.
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
Actively engage in learning opportunities, including clinical experiences, training sessions, and seek guidance from licensed nursing staff when appropriate.
Document patient care accurately and timely under the direct supervision of a preceptor.
Review nurse intern documentation.
Direct supervision of any and all care provided by the nurse intern outside of the scope of unlicensed personnel.
Continually assess competency of the nurse intern and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Facilitate a safe learning environment that promotes open communication.
Provide consistent feedback of the nurse intern to unit director/education team.
Co-sign all medications administered by the nurse intern.