Paid Summer Nurse Intern – Med-Surg & ED

Essentia Health; Sandstone (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Essentia Health Sandstone offers a paid Nurse Internship bridging nursing education and practice under the supervision of a licensed RN. Interns gain hands-on clinical experience across Med Surg and the Emergency Department, with potential progression to Senior Intern based on performance and availability.

Requirements include current enrollment in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN), completion of junior year coursework by summer 2027, and a 32–40 hour weekly commitment during the

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 Associates Nursing Program by summer 2027.
• Enrollment and active participation in an approved internship cooperative course at a nursing school in the state of employment for the summer.
• Must be able to commit to 32-40 hours/week (up to 400 hours for the entire summer).
• Working shifts include: days, nights, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities while adhering to best practices and protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance with Joint Commission and other regulations.
• Help maintain a safe and healing environment for patients and families.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

Enrollment in nursing program (BSN/ADN)

Junior year coursework completed

Completion of BSN/ADN summer 2027

Enrollment in internship coop program

Job description

Essentia Health Sandstone offers a paid Nurse Internship bridging nursing education and practice under the supervision of a licensed RN. Interns gain hands-on clinical experience across Med Surg and the Emergency Department, with potential progression to Senior Intern based on performance and availability.

Requirements include current enrollment in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN), completion of junior year coursework by summer 2027, and a 32–40 hour weekly commitment during the