Cardiac Med/Surg Nurse Intern: Hands-On Learning

Community Health Systems; Naples (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in California seeks a Nurse Intern to support patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with the healthcare team, and providing safe, compassionate, and organized care to enhance the patient experience.

The position involves basic patient care tasks, vital sign monitoring, and effective communication within the care team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited Nursing program required.
• Completion of fundamentals of clinicals required.
• 0-1 years of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care within scope of practice, including vital sign monitoring, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort.
• Communicates effectively with the care team, including handoffs and shift reports.
• Develops clinical skills by asking questions and applying evidence-based practices under RN supervision.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Assists with equipment maintenance and proper storage after use.
• Performs hourly rounding and engages patients to support healing.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Clinical skills

Documentation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited Nursing program

Completion of fundamentals of clinicals

Tools

Glucometer

Bladder scanner

Scale

Job description

Community Health Systems in California seeks a Nurse Intern to support patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with the healthcare team, and providing safe, compassionate, and organized care to enhance the patient experience.

The position involves basic patient care tasks, vital sign monitoring, and effective communication within the care team.