NURSE INTERN

UNMH Jobs; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

UNM Hospitals in Albuquerque seeks a Sr nursing student to provide direct patient care under RN supervision in Gen Med/SAC (4-W). This PRN night shift role supports neonatal to geriatric patients and includes involvement in discharge planning and teaching.

The position requires current nursing student status in the final semesters, completion of basic nursing skills, CPR/BLS certification, and expected RN licensure within six weeks post-program. Bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Student in nursing program in final two semesters with good standing.
• Completed basic nursing skills course required for clinicals.
• CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of start.
• RN licensure expected within six weeks of program completion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, direct care to an assigned group of patients under RN supervision.
• Follow hospital and department policies and document care plans.
• Assist with care planning and patient/family teaching including discharge planning.
• Administer medication per the Seven Rights and document findings.
• Assist with tests and procedures and ensure proper consent.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and support hospital goals.
• Support patient safety initiatives and report concerns promptly.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Patient care

Communication

Education

Sr nursing student in last 2 semesters good standing

Basic Nursing Skills Course at Nursing School

CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days

RN licensure within 6 weeks of program completion

Job description

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Department: Gen Med/SAC (4-W)

FTE: 0.05
PRN
Shift: Nights

Position Summary

All duties will be performed under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Work within the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to assigned patients. Serve as a role model to promote a positive work environment and quality patient care. Ensure adherence to UNM Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities

• PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe, direct care to an assigned group of patients, under the supervision of an RN Preceptor
• POLICIES - Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
• CARE PLAN - Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
• MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
• TESTS AND PROCEDURES - Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained
• EMERGENCY MEASURES - Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
• ENVIRONMENT - Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
• MISSION AND GOALS - Assist to maintain, support, and implement department and Hospitals mission and goals
• DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
• RELATED WORK - Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
• PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
• PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
• PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
• PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
• PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Qualifications

Education

Essential:

• Student
• Course

Education specialization:

Essential:

• Sr nursing student in last 2 semesters good standing
• Basic Nursing Skills Course at Nursing School

Experience

Essential:

Nonessential:

Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo 1/2 year (6 months) directly related experience

Credentials

Essential:

• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
• Upon completion of pgm temp or perm RN lic w/in 6 weeks

Physical Conditions

Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Working conditions

Essential:

• Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE
• Limited access to med room. Med Admin Policy, Att A
• Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required