Stormont Vail Health · 2 days ago
Student Nurse Intern - Variable Shifts
Topeka, KS
Internship
Onsite
InternStormont Vail Health is seeking a Student Nurse Intern who is in their last semester of an accredited nursing program. This role involves working closely with preceptors to provide delegated, direct patient care interventions and to ensure patient safety under the supervision of Registered Nurses.
Health CareHospitalMedicalMental HealthPrimary and Urgent Care
Responsibilities
Knowledgeable of and follows correct techniques in the collection and labeling of specimens; assists in appropriate procedures under the guidance of a preceptor. Will spend the majority of time directly with the RN Preceptor observing direct patient care duties
Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness
Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes. Assumes responsibility for patient safety by utilizing appropriate channels to communicate patient safety and patient care issues to appropriate bodies
Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner
Applies proper techniques with hand washing, care and cleaning of exam rooms and equipment and determination of when and how to use personal protective clothing/equipment. Maintains cleanliness of equipment, examination and patient rooms. Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department
Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to assigned nurse. Obtains vital signs, medication list, allergies, and patient questionnaires, screenings and history information accurately. Applies appropriate technique while performing EKG, and vital signs. Performs other related nursing tasks and duties under the supervision of a preceptor at all times
Delivers care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect
Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice
Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings
Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others’ uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs
Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice
Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities
Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development
Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model
Responsible for understanding and showing respect for patients’ rights including confidentiality of patient information
Utilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A current nursing student in good standing and would start in this role no more than 4 weeks prior to starting their last semester
Intent to continue nursing career after graduation at Stormont Vail Health and has accepted an offer for a RN position
Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)
Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)
Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)
Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)
First Responder - RQI Required within 90 days
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Preferred
Experience in an office or clinic setting
Company
Stormont Vail Health
Stormont Vail Hospital provides primary care, pediatric care, mental health express care clinic services.
Founded in 1884
1001-5000 employees
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2025 (19)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.22MKey Investors
Kansas Department of Commerce
2023-06-20Grant· $0.22M
Leadership Team
Maynard Oliverius
Health system CEO (retired)
Randy Peterson
President/CEO
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