Nursing Intern

Ascension; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Nursing support role in Destin, FL, within the Nursing Education department. The position supports patient care activities under a preceptor, including ADL assistance and vital signs, while gaining experience in a hospital environment.

You will observe patient status, document observations, and help develop care plans by reporting results and observations. Additional tasks include environment setup and transporting patients for diagnostics, with a rotating/PRN schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program within 90 days of hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
• Observes patient status and responses. Documents and reports observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
• Assists preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
• Performs other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.

Education

High school diploma / GED

Enrollment in Nursing program within 90 days of hire

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Destin, FL
• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast
• Department: Nursing Education
• Schedule: Rotating | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Completes assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
• Observes patient status and responses. Documents and reports observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
• Assists preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
• Performs other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Credential(s): Nurse Aide.

Education

• High school diploma/GED required. Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer.

Work Experience

• None required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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