Smilow Cancer Hospital ยท 3 weeks ago
Student Nurse Intern- Emergency Department- Per Diem
New Haven, CT
Internship
Onsite
InternSmilow Cancer Hospital is part of the YNHHS organization, which values integrity, patient-centered care, and compassion. The Student Nurse Intern in the Emergency Department will support patient care under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse and Patient Services Manager, engaging in various clinical tasks to assist in patient assessment and treatment.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, engages in selected tasks and activities as directed to obtain and report information to assist the nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs, treatment and response to treatment
Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN
Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, performs technical duties and selected treatments, procedures and activities which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care
Obtains a 12-lead ECG and continuous Lead II with correct patient information entered
Effectively assists in the care of patients with consideration for the safety of key populations as appropriate
Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team offering suggestions on addressing patient/family needs, taking into account cultural and/or individual diversity and demonstrates sensitivity to these aspects of care delivery
Effectively and professionally communicates and interacts with patients, families, and staff
Covers the Business Associate (BA) desk in the absence of the BA under the direction of the PSM or designee
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled in an accredited School/Department of Nursing program
All candidates must have successfully completed their school's fundamental Nursing skills laboratory
Currently enrolled in or has completed at least one semester of relevant clinical practicum in the school's program
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patient, families, peers, and supervisor
Must display the ability to prioritize and adjust work plans based on the needs of the patient, the unit, and the patient care team
Must display the ability to accept direction and work as a member of a unified team
CPR required
Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds
Ability to perform tasks of physical endurance and dexterity as required by placement
Consistent use of proper body mechanics
Company
Smilow Cancer Hospital
At Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven, hundreds of specialists are changing the face of cancer treatment.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jeremy Kortmansky
Associate CMO for Network Medical Services, Chief Network Officer
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