Student Nurse Intern: Hands-On RN Experience & Mentorship

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 9,919,000 - 12,123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

RN preceptor mentorship

Job summary

The Sanford Health Watertown nursing internship offers a hands-on, 10-week paid experience designed to develop your clinical skills under the guidance of an experienced RN preceptor. After the summer program, interns may extend the internship into the school year to further strengthen skills and serve the community.

Internships are available in Critical Care Unit, Maternal Child Health, Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics, and Emergency Room.

Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program
• Have completed junior-level clinical requirements
• Have an Expected graduation date of Fall / Winter 2027 or Spring / Summer 2028
• Hold a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Submit Resume
• Unofficial transcript
• Two letters of recommendation (one from a program instructor)
• A goal statement (see below)

Responsibilities

• The intern participates in a learning experience designed to develop confidence and competence in clinical skills to facilitate a smooth transition into a licensed role after graduation.
• The intern cares for patients in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings.
• Performs tasks of direct and indirect patient care and supports the activities of the department.
• Embodies the vision and values that are compatible with Sanford Health.

Job description

The Sanford Health Watertown nursing internship offers a hands-on, 10-week paid experience designed to develop your clinical skills under the guidance of an experienced RN preceptor. After the summer program, interns may extend the internship into the school year to further strengthen skills and serve the community.

Internships are available in Critical Care Unit, Maternal Child Health, Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics, and Emergency Room.