Nurse Intern: Hands-on Patient Care & Growth

West Tennessee Healthcare; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN seeks a nursing student with current enrollment to contribute to patient care under supervision. The role involves direct and indirect patient care, documentation, and updating care plans while ensuring safety and proper waste disposal.

Strong communication with RN preceptors, charge nurses, and other departments is essential. Orientation includes BLS training and progress toward graduation within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Acceptance into an accredited nursing program and completion of requirements to graduate within 1 year.
• Post-graduation from an ASN or BSN program is expected.
• First year of an Associate Degree or junior BSN progress is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care as assigned by charge nurse/preceptor.
• Document patient care and update plans of care accordingly.
• Ensure patient safety and proper disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste.
• Communicate with RN Preceptor, Charge Nurse, and other shifts in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Education

Acceptance into an accredited nursing program

Post-graduation from ASN/BSN program

First year ADN or junior BSN progress

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN seeks a nursing student with current enrollment to contribute to patient care under supervision. The role involves direct and indirect patient care, documentation, and updating care plans while ensuring safety and proper waste disposal.

Strong communication with RN preceptors, charge nurses, and other departments is essential. Orientation includes BLS training and progress toward graduation within 1 year.