Paid Nurse Intern — Summer Med-Surg/ED Rotations

Essentia Health; Moose Lake (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Minnesota is seeking a Student Nurse Intern to bridge nursing education and practice under RN supervision. You will gain hands-on clinical experience across hospital and ambulatory settings with supervision and direction from licensed RNs.

The role includes a structured, supervised placement, non-benefit temporary status, and a wage of $22 per hour for the summer season (June 1–August 13, 2027). Locations include Moose Lake and Sandstone Med Surg units.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN).
• Completion of junior year coursework of a Bachelor’s Nursing Program OR two semesters of an Associate Nursing Program by summer 2027.
• Enrollment and active participation in an approved internship cooperative course in the state of employment for the summer semester.
• Must be able to commit to 32–40 hours/week (up to 400 hours for the entire summer).
• Working shifts include days, nights, and weekends.
• Students with full/part-time summer class loads will have adjusted hour requirements and must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities following best practices and protocols.
• Collab with nursing staff to ensure compliance with Joint Commission and other regulations.
• Maintain a safe and healing environment for patients and families.

Skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Education

Enrollment in accredited nursing program (BSN/ADN)

Junior year completion or two semesters of ADN by Summer 2027

Job description

Essentia Health in Minnesota is seeking a Student Nurse Intern to bridge nursing education and practice under RN supervision. You will gain hands-on clinical experience across hospital and ambulatory settings with supervision and direction from licensed RNs.

The role includes a structured, supervised placement, non-benefit temporary status, and a wage of $22 per hour for the summer season (June 1–August 13, 2027). Locations include Moose Lake and Sandstone Med Surg units.