Student Nurse Intern

Ascension; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being support

Job summary

Ascension in Waco, TX is seeking a Student Nurse Intern for a PRN schedule at Providence. Under RN supervision, you will provide direct nursing care, complete nursing orders, monitor vital signs, document observations, and assist with care planning and patient transport.

The role requires enrollment in a nursing program, completion of a High school diploma/GED, and BLS certification within 30 days. This is an on-site position supporting patient care in a nonprofit hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Direct nursing care under RN supervision.
• Record patient status and vital signs.
• Document observations and report to preceptor.
• Assist in care planning with test results and observations.
• Perform tasks including environmental services and patient transport.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, provide direct nursing care per policies.
• Complete nursing orders as directed by preceptor.
• Observe patient status and responses.
• Document observations and report to staff.
• Assist in developing care plans with test results and observations.
• Help with transporting patients for diagnostics.

Skills

Nursing care

Vital signs

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Enrolled in Nursing program

Job description

Your future role at a glance
Location: Waco, TX
Facility: Providence
Department/Specialty: Student Nurse Intern
Schedule: PRN

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 97,000+ 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.

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

• Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
• Observe patient status and responses.
• Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
• Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

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 required.

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.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.