Summer 2027 Student Nurse Internship Program

Essentia Health • Moose Lake, MN

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About The Position

The Nurse Internship is a paid, skill-based clinical role designed to bridge nursing education and professional practice through RN preceptorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and progressive skill development. Student Nurse Interns gain hands-on clinical experience under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse (RN). Individualized placements in hospital and ambulatory care settings allow students to explore clinical specialties while building confidence, competence, and professional identity. Interns work within an established student scope of practice, follow facility policies, and comply with Joint Commission and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agency requirements.

Interns provide support for routine and technical nursing care for patients of all ages. Available placements are Med Surg in Moose Lake and a Med Surg/Emergency Department combination in Sandstone. The internship runs from June 1 through August 13, 2027. Summer interns may be considered to continue as Senior Nurse Interns during the following fall and/or spring semesters, or during the school year in a PRN capacity; continuation depends on performance and availability, and space may be limited. The position pays $22 per hour and is temporary and not eligible for benefits.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN).
• By summer 2027, have completed junior-year coursework in a Bachelor’s Nursing Program or two semesters of an Associates Nursing Program.
• Be enrolled and actively participating in an approved internship co-operative course at an accredited nursing school in the state of employment for the summer semester.
• Be able to commit to 32–40 hours per week, up to 400 hours for the entire summer. Students with full- or part-time summer class loads have adjusted hour requirements and must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks.
• Obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month of hire; the certification must not expire during the internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities while adhering to best practices and protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance with the Joint Commission and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Help maintain a safe and healing environment for patients and families.
• Provide support in routine and technical aspects of nursing care under the direct supervision of a licensed RN.
• Follow facility policies and work within the established student scope of practice.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed