Mid Fairfield Community Care Center · 14 hours ago
APRN Intern
100 EAST AVE - NORWALK, CT 06851
Internship
Onsite
InternMid-Fairfield Community Care Center is seeking Interns enrolled in an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) program to join our team. This internship provides an excellent training opportunity for students interested in child psychiatry and the range of programs offered within our community mental health clinic.
Mental Health Care
Responsibilities
Interns will gain exposure to:
Pediatric assessment and psychiatric evaluation
Common pediatric psychiatric diagnoses
Safety considerations and monitoring related to frequently used pediatric medications
In addition, interns will observe and participate in:
Pediatric medication management appointments
Providing psychoeducation and parenting feedback
Assisting with the development of treatment goals
Interns will also gain a deeper understanding of working with clients who have neurodevelopmental disorders and learn strategies for connecting families with community resources to promote holistic care
Qualification
Required
Must be enrolled in an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) program
Internship hours will vary based on academic program requirements and as agreed upon by the on-site supervisor
The agency operates Monday–Wednesday (9:00 AM–8:30 PM), Thursday (9:00 AM–6:00 PM), and Friday (9:00 AM–5:00 PM). The intern's schedule will align with their primary supervisor's availability
Thursday attendance is strongly recommended to participate in intern seminars, trainings, and multidisciplinary team meetings
Interns will shadow APRNs during psychiatric evaluations and medication management sessions with a diverse population
Interns will not be responsible for independently entering information into the electronic health record (EHR) system
Complete all required documentation as directed by the supervisor
Preferred
Bilingual students (Spanish or Creole) are highly valued
Company
Mid Fairfield Community Care Center
Our mission is to ensure equitable access to mental health and community support services that improve the health, resiliency, and quality of life of all individuals.
Founded in 1956
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase