Nursing Clinical Internship

Avera Heart Hospital, South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nursing Clinical Internship (NCI) at Avera Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD offers a 10-week, full-time, paid summer experience. Participants work under a designated RN preceptor to expand clinical skills in a supportive team environment.

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited RN program (associate or bachelor) and be within 1–2 semesters of graduation. Submit resume, cover letter, transcript, and current BLS at hire.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited RN program (associate or bachelor).
• Eligible if within 1–2 semesters of graduation (Winter 2027 or Spring 2028).
• Submit current resume and cover letter.
• Include college transcript and current BLS certification upon hire.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Enrolled in accredited RN program (Associate or Bachelor degree)

Within 1–2 semesters of graduation (Winter 2027 or Spring 2028)

Job description

Location:Sioux Falls, SDWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America)At Avera Heart Hospital, you’re not just joining a workplace – you’re becoming part of a family. With more than 700 dedicated employee, we deliver care that truly makes a difference. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the distinction of being one of only a handful of hospitals nationwide – out of more than 4,000 – to achieve a double 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.Position HighlightsApplications accepted September 3, 2026 – September 25, 2026The Nursing Clinical Internship (NCI) at Avera Heart Hospital is a 10-week, full-time, paid internship during the summer. The NCI program will provide you the experience to expand your clinical skills while working in partnership with a designated Registered Nurse preceptor. The NCI program provides students with the ability to learn directly from health care workers.NCI applicants must be enrolled in an accredited RN program (Associate or Bachelor degree) and have participated in an academic clinical experience. At the time of the internship, NCI students must be within 1 or 2 semesters of their graduation date (Winter 2027 or Spring 2028).Step into your future with the NCI program at Avera Heart Hospital! As a nationally recognized leader in heart and vascular care, we’ll give you real-world experience and a glimpse into an exciting healthcare career.Please submit:Current resume and cover letterCollege transcript, including your most recent semester completedCurrent BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required upon hire