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Bassett Healthcare Summer Nursing Intern in Cooperstown, New York

The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. Recently named a Forbes America's Best-In-State Employer 2022! What you'll do The Summer Nurse Intern is a nursing student enrolled in this paid internship program that includes college credit through Hartwick school of nursing. Under the direct supervision of an assigned RN preceptor, the student may perform clinical nursing skills and apply and document components of the nursing process appropriate for a student at this level of preparation. The student is expected to attend on-site faculty led weekly classes for this 10-week program and complete all course requirements. Performs patient treatments that are within the scope of unlicensed assistive personnel under the supervision of an RN Obtains and records vital signs and collects specimens (85-95%) as directed by the RN. Provides ADLs, including but not limited to toileting, hygiene, monitoring intake and output, meal serving, setting up, and feeding patients, measured by patient and preceptor feedback. Provides mobility activities including range of motion exercises, transferring, and ambulating of patients, as measured by direct preceptor and supervisory observation. Maintains a safe and orderly environment of patient care areas as evidenced by preceptor observation. Communicates patients’ needs to appropriate personnel and seeks assistance when necessary to meet those needs. Answers patients’ requests for assistance in a timely fashion, as noted by preceptor and patient feedback. Reports patients’ needs and relevant patient care data to the RN, as measured by preceptor. Acquires knowledge and skills under the direct supervision of an RN preceptor and with the support of assigned college nursing faculty (student role). Attends all required classes Performs patient care and treatments Applies the nursing process to patient care situations and documents care delivered appropriately. Follows Bassett Medical Center policies and procedures. Follows standards related to patient safety. Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager What we need from you In addition to the application, please submit a short essay on what unit/patient care area interests you the most and why. Two letters of recommendation from college faculty, required. Education/Qualifications: Nursing student enrolled in a college program, entering Senior year in the Fall High School Diploma or equivalent, required Experience: Previous experience in a health-related position or as a Nursing Assistant/Patient Care technician, preferred Certification: BLS certification, required Skills: Communication Team Building Maintain Confidentiality Clinical Skills Physical Requirements: Medium work: exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects Occasional: balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching Frequent: fit testing Constant: typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking Hazards: Occasional: radiation/radiant energy Frequent: bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure Working conditions: Occasional noise, vibration, wet and/or humid Frequent: odors Travel: Occasional: travel - the job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis Total Rewards Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and disability protection Retirement benefits including an employer match And more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. Pay Transparency Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Pay Range Minimum: USD $17.32/Hr. Pay Range Maximum: USD $17.32/Hr. We love the difference people bring We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

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