Nurse Intern

Gundersen Lutheran Admin Svcs; Wabasha (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Opportunity for RN opportunities after

Job summary

Gundersen Health System invites nursing students to join the Summer Nurse Internship for 10 weeks, May 24–August 1, 2027. Interns will be immersed in patient care, guided by experienced nurses, and exposed to multiple clinical areas through observation and hands-on duties.

This paid internship emphasizes building confidence, clinical skills, and professional growth, with potential for future RN opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• Be on track to graduate from an associate or baccalaureate nursing program by Dec 2027 or May 2028.
• Hold at least one of CNA/EMT/LPN.
• Have a current Infant-Adult BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross).
• Be available to work 60 hours per two-week pay period across all shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced nurses and healthcare professionals.
• Gain hands-on experience in patient care and clinical judgment.
• Engage in interdisciplinary communication and critical thinking.
• Explore different nursing areas through observation and shadowing.

Skills

Clinical care exposure

Interdisciplinary communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30

Summer 2027 Nurse Internship - 47th Annual Program

Program Dates: May 24 - August 1, 2027

Program Overview

For 47 years, Emplify Health by Gundersen's Nurse Internship Program has helped nursing students bridge the gap between the classroom and professional nursing practice. This paid, 10-week summer experience is designed to build confidence, strengthen clinical skills, and provide meaningful exposure to the realities of nursing care.

As a Nurse Intern, you will work alongside experienced nurses and healthcare professionals while gaining hands-on experience in patient care, clinical judgment, interdisciplinary communication, and critical thinking. Interns are immersed within one clinical area while also exploring other areas of nursing through observation and shadowing opportunities.

Whether you’re building on your first clinical experiences or preparing for your final year of nursing school, this internship is designed to meet you where you are and help you grow into the nurse you aspire to become. For many students, this internship is more than a summer experience. It’s an opportunity to discover what type of nurse you want to become, explore different areas of practice, and build relationships that can continue long after graduation.

The Nurse Internship Program is highly competitive, and we encourage interested students to apply early and submit complete application materials.

Bonus: Exceptional interns may be considered for continued employment opportunities and future RN positions following graduation.

Eligibility Requirements

• Be on track to graduate from an associate or baccalaureate nursing program by December 2027 or May 2028
• Hold at least one of the following active certifications/licenses: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B) Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (EMT-P) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Have a current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (must include hands-on training)
• Be available to work 60 hours per two-week pay period , across all shifts (days, PMs, nights), including weekends and holidays. Students must be able to complete the full duration of the internship.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
• Offers Extended: February 2027

Internship Placement Areas

Interns will be matched with departments based on interest, availability, and strengths.

Possible placements include:

• Acute Care Unit that includes Medical/Surgical and Emergency Services

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