Hebrew SeniorLife · 9 hours ago
High School Healthcare Intern
Boston, MA
Internship
Onsite
InternHebrew SeniorLife is offering a structured internship for high school seniors to explore careers in healthcare. This role includes supervised exposure to patient care environments and participation in the Nurse Aide Training Program, supporting patient experiences and learning objectives.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Participate in structured shadowing opportunities with nursing, Life Enhancement, and interdisciplinary care team members
Support Life Enhancement staff with unit-based and facility-wide programming and activities
Assist with supervised individual patient engagement activities that enhance quality of life
Support sensory room activities where applicable
Transport patients or residents in wheelchairs to approved locations in accordance with safety protocols and training
Attend unit meetings and observe care team discussions related to patient experience and operations
Actively participate in all required components of the Nurse Aide Training Program, including classroom instruction, laboratory skills practice, simulation, and clinical experience
Adhere to all Nurse Aide Training Program requirements, including attendance, professionalism, confidentiality, infection control, and scope-of-practice limitations
Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including HIPAA and safety guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned in support of learning objectives and patient experience
Qualification
Required
Current high school senior participating in a school-approved career exploration or internship program
Eligible to enroll in and complete the Nurse Aide Training Program
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work under supervision
Basic computer proficiency
Demonstrated interest in healthcare careers
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Must meet all pre-placement requirements, including background checks, health screenings, and required vaccinations, as applicable
Must comply with Nurse Aide Training Program regulations, including attendance, conduct, and clinical participation standards
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout patient care areas for extended periods
Ability to assist with wheelchair transport and activity setup
Company
Hebrew SeniorLife
Welcome to Hebrew SeniorLife, the largest provider of elder care in the Boston .
Founded in 1903
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$22.8MKey Investors
Administration for Community LivingU.S. Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentMassAITC
2024-10-24Grant· $2.8M
2024-06-11Grant· $20M
2023-01-11Grant
Leadership Team
Jim Hart
Chief Financial Officer
Kim Brooks
Chief Operating Officer, Senior Living
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