Student Nurse Intern

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois • Janesville, WI

13d • $17 - $24

About The Position

Allows Student Nurses to work side by side with an RN preceptor and experience multiple hospital units. Minimum hourly requirements of 24 hours per month.

Requirements

• 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).
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers information; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others; Consistently performs essential duties and responsibilities.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Undertakes self-development activities; Supports the Culture of Excellence; Asks for and offers help when needed; Self-directed in daily work routine, remaining productive during work hours.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly; Utilizes appropriate equipment for partner/patient safety such as lifts and gait belts.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time, ready to accept assignment.
• Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, basic computer skills are beneficial.

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.

Benefits

• Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED