Nurse Intern R, f/t, 7p-7a, 3 north, med surge

Unity Health; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health in Searcy, Arkansas is seeking a Student Nurse Intern to assist with both direct and indirect patient care duties. The ideal candidate must be enrolled in an accredited nursing program and possess a current BLS certification.

This internship includes responsibilities such as helping with personal hygiene, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a patient-friendly environment. A commitment of one year is required with Unity Health after graduation, supporting the organization’s mission and compliance with safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in RN program and completed first semester.
• Ability to perform both direct and indirect patient care.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect care duties under RN supervision.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene and monitor vital signs.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment.

Skills

BLS certification

Patient care assistance

Infection control knowledge

Clerical tasks support

Education

Enrolled in accredited RN program

Job description

Education

Enrolled in an accredited college of nursing in an RN program and, at a minimum, in the first semester of the nursing coursework. Must have current BLS certification. The RN student must present a nursing skills checklist completed by their nursing instructor to indicate the skills the student can perform.

Commitment

A Student Nurse Intern must commit to one year of service with Unity Health after graduation. A Student Nurse Extern will have no defined commitment.

Training and Experience

• Recommendation of nursing faculty.
• Previous experience as a nursing assistant desirable, but not required.

Job Knowledge

• Ability to perform duties for direct and indirect patient care. Direct care duties include: assisting the patient with personal hygiene, observing the patient’s condition (vital signs, feeding and elimination patterns), and assisting the nurse with patient care as delegated.
• Indirect duties may include general housekeeping skills, ordering and maintenance of supplies, and computer entry abilities.

Safety Sensitive

• YES

In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as "safety sensitive." A "safety sensitive" position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a "safety sensitive" position.

Description

Performs direct and indirect care duties under the guidance and direction of the RN. Responsible for implementing components of the plan of care through the initiation and completion of procedures relating to basic human, mental, spiritual, and social needs; comfort and safety measures; activities of daily living; personal care needs; nutrition and fluid needs; elimination needs; and tasks delegated by the primary licensed nurse. Performs skilled procedures under the supervision of the licensed nurse. Indirect patient care includes cleaning occupied and unoccupied patient areas and maintaining an environment that is neat and free of hazards to the patient’s well being; assisting with clerical tasks as assigned. An understanding of and willingness to follow infection control and safety guidelines is mandatory. Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values and adheres to Unity Health’s policies and procedures. (As the nursing student progresses, the duties assigned will be equivalent to their nursing coursework. Exception will be medication administration which is not allowed during the nursing coursework period.)

Commitment After Certification

A Nurse Intern agrees to a commitment to work with our team for a minimum duration of one year after obtaining Arkansas State Board Certification. Upon certification, Registered Nurses are still eligible for all RN bonuses and can serve commitments simultaneously. A Student Nurse Extern will have no defined commitment.