ICU Nurse Intern

1w1 week ago

Community Health Systems

Powell, US · Internship · $28,000 – $42,000

About this role

The Nurse Intern supports patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), assisting with essential care tasks and fostering a therapeutic environment. This role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with the healthcare team, and providing safe, compassionate, and organized care. It enhances the patient experience and contributes to the healing process.

Daily tasks include providing basic patient care within scope of practice, such as vital sign monitoring, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort measures. Performs hourly rounding and purposeful patient interactions to build therapeutic relationships. Ensures timely and accurate completion of all assigned duties.

Works closely with the care team, communicating effectively during handoffs, reporting patient condition changes, and participating in bedside shift reports. Maintains a clean, organized work environment including patient rooms and shared workspaces. Assists with basic equipment maintenance like glucometers and ensures proper storage after use.

Develops clinical skills by asking questions, seeking feedback, and applying evidence-based practices under RN guidance. Documents all tasks and observations clearly and timely per facility policies. Upholds excellent customer service with patients, families, and departments while complying with all standards.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited Nursing program
Completion of fundamentals of clinicals in an accredited Nursing program
0-1 years of experience in a healthcare setting
Basic understanding of patient care procedures and medical terminology
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently
Attention to detail and organizational skills for accurate documentation and compliance
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI)

Responsibilities

Provides basic patient care within scope of practice, including vital sign monitoring, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort measures
Communicates effectively with the care team, including handoffs, reporting changes in patient conditions, and participating in bedside shift reports
Develops clinical skills by asking questions, seeking feedback, and applying evidence-based practices under RN guidance
Maintains a clean and organized work environment, ensuring patient rooms and shared workspaces meet safety standards
Assists with basic equipment maintenance such as glucometers, bladder scanners, and scales
Performs hourly rounding and provides purposeful patient interactions to foster therapeutic relationships
Documents all tasks and observations clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner
Upholds excellent customer service relations with patients, families, and internal/external departments