Nurse Intern Med Surg

CHS Career Site; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

CHS Career Site in Palmer, AK seeks a Nurse Intern to support patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with essential care tasks, rounding, documentation, and equipment handling, while developing clinical skills in a fast-paced setting.

This part-time role emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and delivering compassionate, safe care to enhance the patient experience and contribute to healing.

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 and hygiene assistance.
• Communicates with the care team and participates in bedside handoffs and shift reports.
• Develops clinical skills under RN supervision and applies evidence-based practices.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized patient rooms and work areas.
• Assists with basic equipment maintenance and safe storage after use.
• Performs hourly rounding and supports therapeutic patient interactions.
• Documents tasks clearly and promptly per facility policies.
• Maintains professional customer service with patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled in nursing program

Fundamentals of clinicals completed

Tools

Glucometer

Bladder scanner

Scale equipment

Job description

Job Summary
The Nurse Intern supports patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), assisting with essential care 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 166825
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/09/2026, 04:44 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK, 99645, US