Summer 2027 Undergraduate Nursing Internship | NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens
About The Position
NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens offers a paid, eight-week summer internship for undergraduate nursing students. Interns gain hands-on exposure to a hospital setting and learn from experienced nursing professionals while working alongside the Nursing team in Medical/Surgical units. Under supervision, interns perform patient care activities and supporting services related to patients’ personal, therapeutic, and comfort needs, and learn about patient care, hospital operations, teamwork, and the day-to-day responsibilities of nursing professionals. The program is on-site in Flushing, Queens, New York, and runs from June 8 through July 30, 2027. Interns may present a final project or presentation highlighting their experience and lessons learned. The internship provides educational and practical experience and does not guarantee employment after completion.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
- Current undergraduate student with an expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities and complete assigned work within established timelines.
- Ability to follow direction from nursing leadership and appropriately communicate updates to key staff.
- Ability to identify problems, review information, recognize trends, and communicate potential solutions.
Nice To Haves
- Strong customer service, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective time and task management skills.
- Team-oriented and comfortable working collaboratively with a variety of colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient care activities related to patients’ personal, therapeutic, and comfort needs.
- Support patients with activities of daily living.
- Obtain patient height, weight, and vital signs, as appropriate.
- Perform blood pressure measurements using electronic and manual equipment.
- Learn and follow established patient care policies, procedures, safety practices, and standards.
- Collaborate with nurses and other members of the healthcare team.
- Present a final project or presentation highlighting the internship experience, key takeaways, and lessons learned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits supporting employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
