Student Nursing Summer Intern Location Spartanburg, SC Facility Spartanburg Medical Center Department Resource Pool Schedule - Shift - Hours Per Diem - Nights (weekends as needed) - As assigned Job Category Nursing Support Salary Job Grade 007 Req #: 44953 Summary Position Summary The Student Nurse Intern (SNI) program is a paid internship giving nursing students the opportunity to work under the direction of the RN in providing care to patients. The Student Nurse Intern will have the opportunity to advance their knowledge and skills in providing patient care as a Student Nursing Associate. The Student Nurse Intern is also paired with an experienced RN to provide mentorship and shadowing opportunities. The Student Nurse Intern is responsible for patient care activities, unit clerical duties,puterized order entry procedures, and other unit activities, as applicable. The SNA must be able to provide and understand the specificmunication needs of patients, families, and visitors. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the SNI provides focused non-licensed clinical care for patients throughout the age continuum including basic nursing skills, etc., and environmental assistance to facilitate quality service and improve patient oues. The SNI will document andmunicate with team members in a timely manner the patient's progress, needs and problems. Collaborates with Leadership in developing and implementing the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare Systems, Mission, and Goals. Minimum Requirements Education High School Graduate or equivalent, Entry in Nursing School program Experience Completion of 1st semester of Nursing Clinicals License/Registration/Certifications BLS Preferred Requirements Preferred Education N/A Preferred Experience Hospital experience Preferred License/Registration/Certifications N/A Core Job Responsibilities Development of mutually agreed-upon goals and performance standards Development of specific clinical skills through observation of experts and supervised hands-on experience An opportunity to regularly shadow an experienced nurse A chance to observe clinical, surgical or other specialized procedures Basic Computer Skills Assists patients with activities of daily living in a safe, timely and courteous manner. Performs personal hygiene care with respect to privacy, dignity and needs of the patient Offers back rubs, prepares for mealtimes and sleep hours Delivers meals/snacks and water in a timely manner Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested. Documents written and verbalmunication, which is timely and effective,municates changes in patient status, actual and potential needs of patient/families/visitors to registered nurse. Provides care relative to the age-specific needs of the patient on the unit by demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development Knowledgeable in use of and response to Code Alert/ Facility Alerts Identifies areas for improvement and seeks ways to work on self-defined weaknesses Remainsmitted to unit, department and division goals Attends continuing education classes for improvement offered at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. s risk management concerns to appropriate person Ads to proper chain ofmand. Hourly Rounds Bedside Shift Bathing shower bed Personal Hygiene Incontinent Care Mouth Care Nail Care Bed Making Care of Dentures Hair Care Personal Care Back rubs Call lights within reach Side rails up/bed low position Anticipates needs Prepares patients for meals Delivers and collects meal trays Assists with feedings Provides fresh water and nourishments Unit Activities Puts supplies away Keeps refrigerator clean andanized and ensures all contents are within current date of use. Straightens, tidies andanizes clean/dirty utility rooms Performs other activities as assigned. Special Procedures Applies, removes and records as directed non-sterile heat and cold therapy. Assists with admissions, discharges, transferring and placing patients. Empty drainage devices Foley bags ostomy bags oral/NG suction catheter records and advises nurse of findings Collects as directed and records routine non-sterile specimens. urine feces sputum Performs and records peri and Foley catheter care as directed Measures and records PO intake and output Takes and records height and weight as directed Performs as directed turning, positioning, coughing and deep breathing patients. With provenpetency, performs other functions for particular specialty areas (enemas, placement of monitoring leads, documentation). Other Duties As Assigned Additional Information Spartanburg Regional is an integrated healthcare system that provides care from birth to hospice. As a a partner with themunity for 90 years, we have earned a reputation for technological excellence. With more than 5,600 employees, Spartanburg Regional prides itself in being one of the most recognized healthcare facilities in Upstate South Carolina. A long list of accolades and aplishments keep our employees proud. We believe the pride and quality in ouranization is the result of a focused effort of our staff and resources.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Industry
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities