ER Nurse Intern: Hands-On Care & Learning

Lutheran Health Network; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network is seeking a Nurse Intern to support patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and delivering safe, compassionate, and organized care to enhance the patient experience.

You will collaborate with the healthcare team, perform vital care tasks, and document observations accurately while maintaining a therapeutic environment and strong patient safety practices.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care within scope of practice, including vital sign monitoring and hygiene assistance.
• Communicates effectively with the care team, including handoffs and bedside shift reports.
• Develops clinical skills by asking questions and applying evidence‑based practices under RN guidance.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment meeting safety and compliance standards.
• Assists with basic equipment maintenance and proper storage after discharge.
• Performs hourly rounding and provides purposeful patient interactions to support healing.
• Documents tasks and observations clearly and timely following facility policies.
• Upholds excellent customer service with patients, families, and departments.

Skills

Clinical care basics

Care team communication

Bedside handoffs

Documentation accuracy

Patient safety & comfort

Education

Enrolled in accredited Nursing program

Completed fundamentals of clinicals

Job description

Lutheran Health Network is seeking a Nurse Intern to support patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and delivering safe, compassionate, and organized care to enhance the patient experience.

You will collaborate with the healthcare team, perform vital care tasks, and document observations accurately while maintaining a therapeutic environment and strong patient safety practices.