Nurse Intern: Hands-On Clinical Learning in Patient Care

Community Health Systems; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Nurse Intern to support patient care under the direct supervision of an RN. This hands-on learning role focuses on delivering safe, compassionate care and collaborating with the healthcare team to enhance the patient experience.

You will assist with basic patient care, monitor vital signs, document observations, and participate in rounds. The position emphasizes growth, safety, and adherence to care standards in a fast-paced hospital environment.

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, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort measures.
• 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.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Documentation

Safety standards

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Fundamentals of clinicals completed

Tools

Glucometers

Scales

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Nurse Intern to support patient care under the direct supervision of an RN. This hands-on learning role focuses on delivering safe, compassionate care and collaborating with the healthcare team to enhance the patient experience.

You will assist with basic patient care, monitor vital signs, document observations, and participate in rounds. The position emphasizes growth, safety, and adherence to care standards in a fast-paced hospital environment.