Student Nurse Intern
Overview:
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values.
These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Intern performs specific duties that support patient care.
These duties include direct and indirect patient care activities which are essential to providing safe and high quality care to all of our patients.
To be part of our organization, every employee understands and shares in the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values.
These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities:
1.
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs technical duties and selected treatments, procedures and activities which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care.
2.
Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN.
3.
Obtains point of care testing as delegated by the RN.
4.
Documents data collected in a timely manner.
5.
Measure and records intake and output accurately.
6.
Recognizes and reports to the nurse any observations, patient behaviors and other indicators which fall outside the normal parameters or directions given by nurse.
7.
Assists with patient activities of daily living, feeding, toileting and elimination.
8.
Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team offering suggestions on addressing patient/family needs, taking into account cultural and/or individual diversity and demonstrates sensitivity to these aspects of care delivery.
9.
Actively participates in giving and receiving patient handoff report.
10.
Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize patient care in a timely manner.
11.
Reports inadequate supplies, faulty equipment, and environmental problems to appropriate person.
12.
Handles patient valuables and clothing as per hospital/unit policy.
13.
Helps to keep clinical areas neat and clean.
14.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION Recently completed an education program from an accredited school of nursing or is currently enrolled in the final semester before completion of the program and has successfully completed a minimum of one semester of clinical experience EXPERIENCE Education as stated above.
All candidates must successfully complete the Nurse Intern Competency Based Orientation.
LICENSURE Current BLS required.
SPECIAL SKILLS Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patient, families, peers, and supervisor.
Displays the ability to prioritize and adjust work plans based on the needs of the patient, the unit, and the care team.
Displays the ability to accept direction and work as a member of a unified team.
Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
Ability to perform tasks of physical endurance and dexterity as required by placement.
Consistent use of proper body mechanics PHYSICAL DEMAND Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
Ability to perform tasks of physical endurance and dexterity as required by placement.
Consistent use of proper body mechanics.
Recommended Skills Activities Of Daily Living (Ad Ls) Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Communication Education Health Care Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values.
These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Intern performs specific duties that support patient care.
These duties include direct and indirect patient care activities which are essential to providing safe and high quality care to all of our patients.
To be part of our organization, every employee understands and shares in the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values.
These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities:
1.
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs technical duties and selected treatments, procedures and activities which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care.
2.
Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN.
3.
Obtains point of care testing as delegated by the RN.
4.
Documents data collected in a timely manner.
5.
Measure and records intake and output accurately.
6.
Recognizes and reports to the nurse any observations, patient behaviors and other indicators which fall outside the normal parameters or directions given by nurse.
7.
Assists with patient activities of daily living, feeding, toileting and elimination.
8.
Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team offering suggestions on addressing patient/family needs, taking into account cultural and/or individual diversity and demonstrates sensitivity to these aspects of care delivery.
9.
Actively participates in giving and receiving patient handoff report.
10.
Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize patient care in a timely manner.
11.
Reports inadequate supplies, faulty equipment, and environmental problems to appropriate person.
12.
Handles patient valuables and clothing as per hospital/unit policy.
13.
Helps to keep clinical areas neat and clean.
14.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION Recently completed an education program from an accredited school of nursing or is currently enrolled in the final semester before completion of the program and has successfully completed a minimum of one semester of clinical experience EXPERIENCE Education as stated above.
All candidates must successfully complete the Nurse Intern Competency Based Orientation.
LICENSURE Current BLS required.
SPECIAL SKILLS Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patient, families, peers, and supervisor.
Displays the ability to prioritize and adjust work plans based on the needs of the patient, the unit, and the care team.
Displays the ability to accept direction and work as a member of a unified team.
Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
Ability to perform tasks of physical endurance and dexterity as required by placement.
Consistent use of proper body mechanics PHYSICAL DEMAND Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
Ability to perform tasks of physical endurance and dexterity as required by placement.
Consistent use of proper body mechanics.
Recommended Skills Activities Of Daily Living (Ad Ls) Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Communication Education Health Care Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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