Student Nurse Intern, Inpatient Nursing Units

Student Nurse Intern (SNI), Inpatient Nursing Units, Javon Bea Hospital - Riverside

Student Nurse Interns (SNI) will float to various inpatient units and procedural departments within the hospital.

• Day, Evening and Night Shift positions are available
• Must work a minimum of three 8-hour shifts per month
• Student must be in last year of nursing program

Under the supervision of the RN, provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients in the hospital setting and designated outpatient departments by performing the following duties, supporting the nursing philosophy. Partner with a RN to provide exposure to clinical experiences that will reinforce theory and prepare them for their roles as RN. May include weekends, holidays, day, evening, night, and/or on-call hours. Performs other duties as assigned.

Under direct supervision of RN:

* 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.

• Graduate of High School or GED
• 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

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.