Nurse intern program

Student Nurse Intern Program

The Student Nurse Intern Program provides R.N. nursing students with the opportunity to gain experience, learn and practice new skills during hands-on patient care. Under the direct supervision of an R.N., the Student Nurse Intern will apply their classroom knowledge in a healthcare setting. The position provides clinical exposure to skills and knowledge for their respective clinical areas of study.

 

Eligibility

Nursing students in a registered nurse program and within nine months of graduation are eligible to apply for a position as a Student Nurse Intern. Applicants need to complete a Genesis employment application with an attached resume, an essay describing their nursing career goals and participate in a live panel interview.

 

Scope

The Student Nurse Intern will complete a minimum of five months rotating within the acute care service units, with the possibility of completing a rotation in specialty areas for the remaining months.

The Student Nurse Intern can perform the following skills:

  • Personal patient care
  • Vital signs, FSBS, input/output
  • Bladder scan
  • Foley placement/Straight Cath
  • Personal patient care
  • Vital signs, FSBS, input/output
  • Bladder scan
  • Foley placement/Straight Cath

 

Work schedule

The Student Nurse Intern will work 16 hours per pay period with flexible scheduling (4, 8 or 12-hour shifts) to accommodate their school schedule. Interns will work two weekend shifts per six-week schedule and one holiday annually.

 

Advantages

  • Competitive wages
  • Streamlined orientation process with weekend and evening opportunities
  • Student Nurse Interns who successfully complete the nurse intern program and graduates from their nursing program are eligible to receive the graduation package. The graduation package is a reimbursement for graduation expenses.

               - Up to $500 at Imlay’s Uniforms for work attire and supplies

               - Up to $1,500 for graduation fees and NCLEX preparation