Student Nurse Intern, Labor & Delivery: Hands-on Experience

Mercy Health Corporation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin seeks a patient care support role under direct supervision of an RN. You will collect patient data, assist with procedures, review orders, and document care in the medical record.

The position emphasizes accurate data entry, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols. CPR/BLS certifications are required within 90 days, with room for growth within a large integrated health system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of High School or GED preferred.
• Enrolled in an accredited, or accredited eligible, RN program, in academic good standing and have no more than 2 semesters to complete until program completion.
• Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days (other certifications per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP).

Responsibilities

• Collects patient data and documents in the medical record within scope.
• Assists physician/RN with procedures as needed.
• Reviews physician's orders, lab requests, or follow-up needs with patient.
• Provides patient treatments as ordered within scope.
• Documents care provided in the medical record.
• Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the RN.
• Maintains supplies, including scanning, stocking and ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.
• Floats to various units based on identified need.
• Participates in department and unit performance improvement activities.

Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Judgement

Motivation

Attendance/Punctuality

Technical Skills

Professionalism

Safety and Security

Adaptability

Computer Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

RN program enrollment

Job description

Mercyhealth in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin seeks a patient care support role under direct supervision of an RN. You will collect patient data, assist with procedures, review orders, and document care in the medical record.

The position emphasizes accurate data entry, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols. CPR/BLS certifications are required within 90 days, with room for growth within a large integrated health system.