Nurse Intern ER

Community Health Systems; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Nurse Intern to support patient care under direct supervision of an RN. The role focuses on hands-on learning, collaboration with the care team, and delivering safe, compassionate patient care to enhance the healing process.

The intern will perform basic patient care tasks, participate in rounds, and help with documentation while maintaining high safety and quality standards in a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a nursing program and actively advancing clinical coursework.
• Experience with frontline patient care tasks under supervision is preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients and team members, and to document observations accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care within scope under RN supervision.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with hygiene and comfort measures.
• Communicate changes in patient conditions during shift reports.
• Maintain clean, organized patient rooms and care areas for safety.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and proper device handling.
• Document tasks and observations in a timely and accurate manner.

Skills

Basic patient care procedures

Communication with care team

Attention to detail

Education

Enrollment in accredited Nursing program

Completion of fundamentals of clinicals

Job description

Job Summary

The Nurse Intern supports patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), assisting with essential work tasks and fostering a therapeutic environment. This role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with the healthcare team, and providing safe, compassionate, and organized care to enhance the patient experience and contribute to the healing process.

Essential Functions

• Provides basic patient care within scope of practice, including vital sign monitoring, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort measures, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Communicates effectively with the care team, including handoffs, reporting changes in patient conditions, and participating in bedside shift reports.
• Develops clinical skills by asking questions, seeking feedback, and applying evidence-based practices under the guidance of an RN.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment, ensuring patient rooms, utility rooms, and shared workspaces meet safety and compliance standards.
• Assists with basic equipment maintenance, such as glucometers, bladder scanners, and scales, and ensures timely removal, cleaning, and proper storage of patient care equipment after discharge.
• Performs hourly rounding and provides purposeful patient interactions to foster therapeutic relationships and enhance the healing process.
• Documents all tasks and observations clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner, adhering to facility policies and standards.
• Upholds excellent customer service relations with patients, families, and internal/external departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Nursing program required and
• Completion of fundamentals of clinicals in an accredited Nursing program required
• 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of patient care procedures and medical terminology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with care standards.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• For Skilled Nursing - Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by State Department of Public Safety required