Sanford Student Nurse Internship Program

Sanford Health•LaMoure, ND

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanford nursing intern participates in a learning experience designed to develop confidence and competence in clinical skills to facilitate a smooth transition into a licensed role after graduation. The internship program assists students in finding an area of nursing clinical practice that best fits their career goals, talents and interests. The intern will be mentored by an licensed professional in his/her specialty to strengthen clinical skill sets. The intern cares for patients in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings. The intern discovers enhanced ways of communicating and supporting patients, learning what it is like working as a licensed professional in their field, while following a real schedule. Performs tasks of direct and indirect patient care and supports the activities of the department. Utilizes appropriate population-specific patient care protocols and policies related to the physical and psychological needs of all ages of patients. Embodies the vision and values that are compatible with Sanford Health. The intern functions within the scope and standards of practice as outlined in the state specific regulations.

Requirements

Be enrolled in an accredited RN program (associate or bachelor degree).
Have participated in an academic clinical experience.
Must be enrolled in a board of licensed clinical practice approved internship course (This does not apply to internships held in the states of South Dakota, Iowa and Wisconsin).
Expected graduation date of Fall / Winter 2027 or Spring / Summer 2028.

Nice To Haves

Option to extend internship into the school year following the 10-week summer program.

Responsibilities

Participates in a learning experience designed to develop confidence and competence in clinical skills.
Assists students in finding an area of nursing clinical practice that best fits their career goals, talents and interests.
Cares for patients in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
Discovers enhanced ways of communicating and supporting patients.
Learns what it is like working as a licensed professional in their field, while following a real schedule.
Performs tasks of direct and indirect patient care.
Supports the activities of the department.
Utilizes appropriate population-specific patient care protocols and policies related to the physical and psychological needs of all ages of patients.
Embodies the vision and values that are compatible with Sanford Health.
Functions within the scope and standards of practice as outlined in the state specific regulations.