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UNM Hospitals

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Albuquerque

AI generated summary

  • You must be a senior nursing student in good standing, have basic nursing skills, CPR certification within 30 days, and be able to handle heavy lifting. Bilingual skills are a plus.
  • You will provide direct patient care, administer medications, assist with procedures, maintain safety, support care plans, and promote patient safety and education under RN supervision.

Requirements

  • Student
  • Senior Level-Good Standing UNM CON-Enrolled as Intern
  • Basic Nursing Skills Course at Nursing School
  • Nonessential: Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo 1/2 year (6 months) directly related experience
  • CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
  • Upon completion of pgm temp or perm RN lic w/in 6 weeks
  • Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
  • Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE
  • Limited access to med room. Med Admin Policy, Att A

Responsibilities

  • PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe, direct care to an assigned group of patients, under the supervision of an RN Preceptor
  • POLICIES - Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
  • CARE PLAN - Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
  • MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
  • TESTS AND PROCEDURES - Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained
  • EMERGENCY MEASURES - Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
  • ENVIRONMENT - Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
  • MISSION AND GOALS - Assist to maintain, support, and implement department and Hospitals mission and goals
  • DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
  • RELATED WORK - Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
  • PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
  • PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
  • PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
  • PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
  • PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

FAQs

What is the shift schedule for the Nurse Intern position?

The shift for the Nurse Intern position is days, and it operates as a casual pool role, meaning you will work as needed.

What types of patients will I be caring for as a Nurse Intern?

As a Nurse Intern, you will provide care to patients across various age groups, including Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric patients.

Is prior experience required for this position?

While prior experience is nonessential, it is preferred that candidates have at least 6 months of directly related experience. Bilingual skills in languages such as Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo are also considered beneficial.

What are the educational requirements for the Nurse Intern role?

Candidates must be a senior-level student in good standing at UNM CON and enrolled as an intern. They should also have completed a Basic Nursing Skills Course at their nursing school.

What certifications do I need to have for this position?

You must have CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers certification within 30 days of hire, and be eligible for temporary or permanent RN licensure within 6 weeks of program completion.

What will be my primary responsibilities?

Your primary responsibilities will include delivering safe, direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, implementing individualized care plans, administering medications, assisting with tests and procedures, and maintaining a safe environment for patients.

Are there any specific physical requirements for this role?

Yes, the Nurse Intern position involves heavy work, requiring the exertion of 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects or people.

What safety protocols should I be aware of in this position?

You will need to follow patient safety-related policies and protocols, demonstrate a proactive approach to safety, report concerns or near misses promptly, and encourage patient involvement in their care.

Are there any additional benefits for working nights or weekends?

Yes, you will receive differentials of 17% for weekday nights, 26% for weekend nights, and 15% for weekend days.

How does this internship support my professional growth?

This internship offers opportunities for professional growth through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, and attending in-services, meetings, and workshops related to nursing.

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As a teaching hospital and the only Level 1 Trauma Center in the state of New Mexico, we offer our professionals the opportunity to do impactful work and to grow, as individuals and a team. - New Mexico's only Academic Medical Center - Serving more than 450,000 outpatients each year - Recognized for 13 pediatric subspecialties - Treating more than 90,000 emergency patients annually - Operating a variety of clinics throughout Albuquerque Through our community-responsive, culturally competent patient care, education, and clinical research programs, our vision is to be the leader in improving New Mexico's health outcomes. We aspire to be one of the nation's leading university hospitals—both an excellent academic institution and an innovative, community-oriented public teaching hospital.