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Senior Nurse Intern - Lake Mary Hospital

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Orlando Health

9d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Lake Mary

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ASN/BSN program nearing completion or have finished one without a FL license, complete required competencies, and hold a current BLS certification.
  • You will provide patient care, assist with routines, perform advanced skills under RN supervision, maintain safety, document care, communicate effectively, and support patient admissions and discharges.

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 FL 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

  • Performs general patient care including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and continuous observation under the guidance, mentoring, and oversight of the Registered Nurse.
  • 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.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Senior Nurse Intern.

Where is this position located?

This position is located at Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital.

What department will the Senior Nurse Intern be working in?

The Senior Nurse Intern will be working in the LMH Clinical Evaluation Area.

What is the employment status for this position?

The employment status for this position is PRN / Pool.

What shifts will the Senior Nurse Intern be scheduled for?

The Senior Nurse Intern will be scheduled for day shifts.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be 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 quarters, or have completed the nursing program without a current Florida license.

Is there any specific certification required for this job?

Yes, candidates must maintain current BLS/Healthcare provider certification.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

No prior experience is required for this position.

What kind of patient care responsibilities will the Senior Nurse Intern have?

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

What are some advanced skills the Senior Nurse Intern may perform?

The Senior Nurse Intern may perform advanced skills such as nasogastric tube irrigation, suctioning and removal, wound irrigation, and tracheostomy care after achieving demonstrated competencies.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, as a new hospital, Orlando Health Lake Mary offers unique opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

What benefits package is offered to full-time and part-time employees?

The benefits package begins on day one and includes options such as flexible schedules and tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 a year.

Is there a requirement for maintaining privacy and confidentiality in this role?

Yes, the Senior Nurse Intern is expected to ensure patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.

What is the protocol for communication regarding a patient's condition?

The Senior Nurse Intern should communicate appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the registered nurse (RN) and other members of the healthcare team.

What are some duties related to patient transportation for this position?

The Senior Nurse Intern will transport and assist patients through the admission and discharge processes and also transport Baker Act, behavioral health, and suicide risk patients to diagnostic testing and procedures.

What are the expectations regarding attendance for this job?

The Senior Nurse Intern is expected to maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

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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.