Student Nursing Intern CVIC

Community Health Systems • Fort Wayne, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Student Intern works in the Cardiovascular ICU at Lutheran Hospital as a learning opportunity for students in the final year of an RN program. Under the direct supervision of an RN, the intern performs and assists with patient care as part of the learning experience of becoming a nurse. The position provides one shift per week orienting directly with an RN and is limited to a maximum of 12 hours per week. Applicants must be within one year of anticipated graduation and maintain the educational requirements of their nursing program.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited nursing program, typically in the final year and within one year of graduation.
• Maintain the education requirements of the nursing program.
• Provide transcripts of classes.
• Successfully complete approved clinical nursing courses, such as Med/Surg 1 or equivalent, and Pharmacology.
• Score at least 85% on Lutheran Hospital’s Medication Proficiency Test to administer PO, SQ, and IM medications during orientation.
• Obtain CPR within 7 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with patient care under the direct supervision of an RN as part of the nursing learning experience.
• Orient directly with an RN for one shift per week.
• Administer oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications during orientation after successfully completing the Medication Proficiency Test.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed