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Senior Nurse Intern Baptist Health Shelby

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
  • Alabaster

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in ASN/BSN final semesters or recently completed nursing program without AL license, have BLS certification, and completed Senior Nurse Intern competencies.
  • You will provide patient care, perform treatments, assist with hygiene and mobility, maintain safety, document care, and communicate updates to the healthcare team while ensuring patient privacy and compliance.

Requirements

  • Education/Training
  • Enrolled in an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program and preparing to enter the final two semesters or quarter of the applicable nursing program OR completed nursing program and does not have current AL license.
  • Completed Senior Nurse Intern competencies.
  • Pre-graduation: Proof of continued enrollment in a pre-licensure, professional nursing program with no break in enrollment exceeding one (1) year.
  • Licensure/Certification
  • Maintains current BLS/Healthcare provider certification.
  • Experience
  • None.

Responsibilities

  • Provides routine treatments and interventions consistent with the educational level and skills learned in the academic environment and demonstrated competency through Orlando Health.
  • Performs advanced skills after achieving demonstrated competencies such as: nasogastric tube irrigation, suctioning, and removal; wound irrigation; complex dressing change; maintenance of enteral tube feeding (Dobhoff, Nasogastric, and Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy); and tracheostomy care.
  • Performs increased or continuous visual observation for Baker Act, behavioral health, and suicide risk patients as assigned and utilizes the Safe Patient Room Environment Checklist during staff changes or transfer of care for Baker Act, behavioral health, and suicide risk patients.
  • Assists patients with hygiene, mobility, and nutritional needs.
  • Maintains safety and security of patients, families, self, and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Ensures patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
  • Follows standard precautions. Adheres to Hand Hygiene and PPE procedures.
  • Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the registered nurse (RN) and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Participates in handoff report and conducts purposeful hourly rounding on patients.
  • Documents information according to Orlando Health specific policies and guidelines.
  • Transports and assists patients through the admission and discharge process. Also transports Baker Act, behavioral health, and suicide risk patients to diagnostic testing and procedures.
  • Maintains a safe and clean environment.
  • Provides exceptional service and care to all patients, families, customers, and team members.
  • Transports and delivers items, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
  • May have limited access to areas storing medications.
  • Receives and processes incoming calls, patient calls, and guest requests.
  • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
  • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
  • Completes all mandatory training.
  • Participates in nursing Performance Improvement (PI) activities as assigned.
  • Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agency standards.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care for the patient population on the assigned unit.
  • Possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status.
  • Interprets necessary information to identify each patient’s age-specific requirements.
  • Provides care as described in Orlando Health’s policies and procedures.
  • Consistently uses time and resources effectively and efficiently.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What are the educational requirements for the Senior Nurse Intern position?

Candidates must be enrolled in an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program, preparing to enter the final two semesters or quarters of the applicable nursing program, or have completed a nursing program without a current Alabama license.

Is prior nursing experience required for this position?

No, prior nursing experience is not required for the Senior Nurse Intern position.

What certifications must I maintain while in this role?

You must maintain current BLS/Healthcare provider certification.

What types of patient care will I be responsible for?

You will perform general patient care, including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and continuous observation under the guidance and oversight of a Registered Nurse.

How can I demonstrate competency in advanced skills?

You will perform advanced skills after achieving demonstrated competencies, such as nasogastric tube irrigation, complex dressing changes, and tracheostomy care, as learned in your academic program.

Are there any compliance requirements I need to be aware of?

Yes, you must comply with all Orlando Health policies and procedures, including patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality regulations.

Will I be involved in the admission and discharge process?

Yes, you will assist in transporting and helping patients through the admission and discharge process.

How is patient communication handled in this role?

You will communicate appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the registered nurse (RN) and other healthcare team members.

What responsibilities do I have regarding documentation?

You are responsible for documenting information according to Orlando Health-specific policies and guidelines.

Will there be opportunities for performance improvement activities?

Yes, you will participate in nursing Performance Improvement (PI) activities as assigned.

What types of training will I need to complete?

You will need to complete all mandatory training related to the position and nursing practice.

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Orlando Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization with $7.6 billion of assets under management that serves the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the system was founded more than 100 years ago.