Overview: The Nurse Intern will provide support to the Ardmore Nursing Department on a variety of clinical and organizational topics supporting the quality of care provides to individuals supported by Ardmore. The Nurse Intern will experience both community-based nursing care related activities as well as administrative organizational support under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or Nurse designee.
What You Will Learn/Experience:
- Maintaining regular attendance and schedule for a community nursing position.
- Documentation including Nursing Assessments Progress Notes and Care Plans.
- Participation in the planning meetings and other meetings as invited and appropriate.
- How to communicate effectively with team members and share
- Observing compliance training and professional development
- How to model appropriate adult interpersonal communication and interactions when dealing with colleagues family members and the public.
- How to promote self-advocacy on all levels to ensure that rights choices and preferences are respected and upheld.
- Working on assigned projects and communicate with supervisor regarding status of tasks.
- Maintaining flexibility in order to meet the needs of Ardmore and the individuals we support.
- Contributing as a team player by ensuring all responsibilities are met by working collaboratively with all staff on shift.
- Maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.
What We Are Looking For:
- Currently enrolled as a student at a four-year university in an undergraduate nursing program.
- Candidate should demonstrate an enthusiasm for working with individuals with unique challenges and have a keen interest in advancing their quality of life.
- Must have experience with using computers.
- Driving will be required for this position. Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
- Must be able to sit stand and walk for considerable periods of time.
- Must meet eligibility requirements for employment in the United States (Provide appropriate I-9 documentation on the first day of internship.)
Required Experience:
Intern