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Aspiring RN Student Nurse InternElk Creek, MO $35,009 - $46,099 a yearFull TimeJoin a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region as a Student Nurse Intern. Under the guidance of a licensed nurse, you will engage in a variety of patient care activities tailored to different age groups and developmental needs. This role offers hands-on experience in supporting patients with daily living activities, hygiene, skin care, mobility, nutrition, and vital sign monitoring.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Assist patients with daily hygiene including bathing, hair care, oral hygiene, and grooming.Provide skin care and take precautions to prevent skin breakdown.Support physical activities such as repositioning, ambulation, range of motion exercises, and transfers.Help meet nutritional needs by preparing patients for meals, assisting with feeding, and monitoring dietary restrictions.Collect specimens, perform vital signs, and document intake and output accurately.Perform sit baths, postmortem care, and apply therapeutic devices like TED hose and ice packs.Lead and encourage participation in performance improvement initiatives.Carry out technical nursing procedures under supervision, including oxygen therapy, catheter insertion/removal, intravenous therapy discontinuation, suctioning, dressing changes, wound care, injections, and NG tube maintenance.Educate patients and families in collaboration with the primary nurse.Maintain clear communication with the healthcare team and promptly report any changes in patient condition.Document all patient care activities thoroughly and accurately in medical records.Education: Currently enrolled in a nursing program or completed nursing education but not yet licensed.Experience: Entry-level position; no prior experience required.Certification/License: Not applicable.Mental/Physical Requirements: Requires significant mental focus, frequent walking, lifting, turning, and other physical activities such as pushing, pulling, stooping, and reaching.Working Conditions: Exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, and potentially hostile situations may occur. Frequent contact with blood and bodily fluids is expected. Minimal physical discomfort is typical.This opportunity is ideal for those eager to grow in a supportive healthcare environment serving a broad regional community in the Midwest.
Worksite address
brookfield, MO, 64628, US
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