Student Nurse Intern - ICU

Froedtert South•Pleasant Prairie, WI

About The Position

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Student Nurse Intern provides safe, personal patient care and performs procedures documented on the individual Student Nurse Intern Skills List. The role supports patients from pediatric through geriatric age groups, contributes to care planning, and communicates relevant patient information to the RN.

Requirements

High school education plus specialized training of 6 months to 2 years.
Entry-level experience.
Must currently be enrolled in a nursing program, except that the role may be available for up to six months after graduation to graduates who do not hold a temporary permit or have been unsuccessful on the nursing licensure exam and are retaking it.
At least one semester of formal nursing education that includes at least one semester of clinical experience, and/or CNA certification with current enrollment in a clinical semester.
Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Ability to read, write, speak, hear, and comprehend English.
Physical, technical, and cognitive ability, as well as manual dexterity, to use patient-care equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care under RN direction, including bathing, oral hygiene, elimination needs, and feeding.
Respond promptly and courteously to patient call lights and take appropriate precautionary action to help avert emergencies.
Assist with patient admissions by orienting patients to hospital routines; transfer, discharge, and escort patients safely and courteously.
Perform selected patient-care procedures under RN direction, including turning, positioning, ambulating, range of motion, and application of restraints, as well as procedures listed in the Student Nurse Intern competency document.
Collect and record measurements, vital signs, and specimens accurately, including blood pressure, temperature, weight, and intake and output.
Contribute to development of the plan of care in a way that reflects the individual patient's needs.
Communicate pertinent information promptly and clearly to the RN, including changes in patient condition and questions about care.
Recognize life-threatening situations and emergencies and respond calmly, safely, responsibly, and promptly.
Keep patient rooms and areas neat and maintained; clean, maintain, and store equipment.
Assess, plan, implement, and/or evaluate care for pediatric through geriatric patients, including monitoring physical and emotional condition before, during, and after procedures and providing age-appropriate explanations, reassurance, and comfort.
Demonstrate sensitivity to the special family needs of pediatric through geriatric patients and use correct procedures when operating equipment during their care.