Intern - Student Nurses

Great Plains Health; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Health is offering an eight-week internship for student nurses in North Platte, NE. The program facilitates a smooth transition from classroom learning to clinical practice, with mentorship and hands-on patient care experiences.

Participants demonstrate nursing skills, apply the nursing process, and build rapport with patients and families, contributing to integrated care across the health system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Currently enrolled in accredited RN program with expected graduation next calendar year.
• Nurse Aide licensure in Nebraska (inactive allowed).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Eight week internship transferring from education to clinical setting.
• Demonstrates competency in technical nursing skills and procedures.
• Applies sound nursing process to manage patient care.
• Establishes therapeutic rapport with patients and families.
• Supports integrated care across the health care continuum.

Skills

Nursing basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in accredited RN program (expect graduation next calendar year)

Nurse Aide licensure in Nebraska (inactive allowed)

BLS certification preferred

Job description

Intern - Student Nurses# Careers Home## Intern - Student NursesApply: North Platte, NE: Variable time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR1112# **Great people. Great careers. Join the team at Great Plains Health, where you can be a part of something, well, great.****Job Title:**Intern**Cost Center:**Nursing Administration**Job Description:*** **Minimum Qualifications** + Education - High School Diploma or equivalent. - • Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program with expected graduation the following calendar year. + Credentials - Completed Nurse Aide licensure in the state of Nebraska but does not have to be active. - Required certifications: BLS preferred* **Physical Demands** + Sit frequently. + Stand and/or walk frequently. + Drive frequently in most weather conditions, except when safety is a factor. + Lift 50 pounds frequently + Carry 25 pounds frequently + Bend, kneel, and crawl frequently. + Reach floor to overhead frequently. + Climb stairs in a variety of situations frequently. + Visual acuity, color vision manual dexterity and eye hand coordination within normal limits.* **Essential Functions** + Eight week program that offers the opportunity to successfully transfer from educational to clinical setting. + Demonstrates understanding and competency in technical skills and procedures. + Apply sound judgement through the nursing process in the management of patient care. + Establish therapeutic rapport with patients and families helps foster collaborative relationships with coworkers, physicians and ancillary department members. + Develops a framework for integrated care of the patient throughput the health care continuum.Successful orientation to units and shift requirements.# **Join us. Join great. Join the dynamic team at Great Plains Health and be a part of something truly exceptional. At Great Plains Health, we embody a culture defined by authenticity, integrity, and a genuine commitment to listening to both our patients and each other. As a member of our team, you'll experience a supportive environment where collaboration is key, and every voice is valued. We work together seamlessly, leveraging our collective strengths to provide the highest quality care to our community. Passion drives us forward, propelling us to constantly strive for excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career in healthcare surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your dedication and enthusiasm, Great Plains Health is the place for you. Come join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference every day.**