Student Nurse Intern-Neuro Trauma ICU

Kaweah Health; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA seeks a Student Nurse Intern to support nursing staff on a 12-hour night shift. Under RN supervision, you will care for patients, participate in care planning, and gain hands-on experience in an ICU environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, adherence to ethical standards, and timely communication with the RN preceptor. Enrollment in an accredited nursing program is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed/Certification: Required BLS.
• Education: ASN enrollment with 3rd semester completion; BSN enrollment with 4th semester completion.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the RN and interdisciplinary health care team to provide holistic care.
• Performs basic bedside nursing tasks under RN supervision.
• Adheres to ANA Code of Ethics and uses Skills Checklist when applicable.

Education

ASN: Enrollment in an accredited RN program with completion of 3rd semester

BSN: Enrollment in an accredited RN program with completion of 4th semester

Tools

BLS

Job description

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.

It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible

Not Benefits Eligible

Work Shift

Night - 12 Hour Shift (United States of America)

Department

6010 Intensive Care-ICU-2W

Under the direction of the registered nurse, the purpose of this position is to protect and promote health, prevent illness and injury, and alleviate suffering through nursing diagnosis and treatment. In partnership with the registered nurse, demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting through oversight of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide holistic care and advocate for patients and families served.

QUALIFICATIONS

License /Certification

Required: BLS

Preferred: Current CA Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Education
Required:

ASN: Enrollment in an accredited RN program with completion of 3rd semester

BSN: Enrollment in an accredited RN program with completion of 4th semester

Employee must submit updated transcript to HR each term and notify Manager and HR of any changes in nursing program enrollment.

Participation in an approved Work Study Program affiliated with the school of nursing OR current Kaweah Health employment while enrolled in a Kaweah Health/Unitek nursing program eligible for the practice and academic partnership (not for academic credit) required.

Essential

The Student Nurse Intern (SNI) under the direct supervision of the RN can perform the following functions/tasks only when school is in session: Collaborates and communicates with the patient/resident, family, and other health care providers. In conjunction with the RN, formulates the plan of care and involves patient/residents in decisions related to care and the delivery services. The Student Nurse Intern’s practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics. Responsible for having a validated Skills Checklist available at all times while working as a SNI. May perform duties only after their skills have been validated by the school of Nursing in conjunction with the KH RN preceptor. Students are responsible for taking the Skills Checklist to the school of nursing for completion. Works under the supervision of a KH RN preceptor. SNIs are directly responsible to the RN for performing basic bedside care and selected nursing procedures. PLEASE NOTE: even when skills on the checklist have been validated to perform independently, some duties require that a RN be present to perform. Those duties include, but are not limited to, administration of oral or injectable medication, initiation of intravenous therapy, adjusting intravenous rates, intravenous medication administration, and taking orders from physicians.

Additional

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range

$24.00 -$24.00

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.