Nurse Intern- OrthoNeuro

Join us as a Nurse Intern - PRN position at Flowers Hospital!
Unit: Ortho/Neuro Floor 5th Floor
Shift: Variable shifts available to accommodate nursing school
Student Loan Contribution: Up to 20k
Other incentives include: Medical Vision Dental 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles

Department: This fast-paced 26-bed post-operative orthopedic and neurological unit provides specialized care for patients recovering from total joint replacements orthopedic procedures and neurosurgical surgeries. The unit experiences high patient turnover due to short-stay 24-hour post-operative recovery holds prior to discharge home or transfer to rehabilitation facilities. The care team prioritizes strong post-surgical assessment pain management neurovascular monitoring and early mobilityparticularly for joint replacement patientsto promote recovery and prevent complications. Nurses collaborate closely with physical therapy occupational therapy and the interdisciplinary care team to support safe mobilization and optimal patient outcomes.

***MUST BE ENROLLED AND COMPLETED 1ST SEMESTER OF AN ACCREDITED NURSING PROGRAM***

Job Summary

The Nurse Intern supports patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) assisting with essential care tasks and fostering a therapeutic environment. This role emphasizes hands-on learning collaboration with the healthcare team and providing safe compassionate and organized care to enhance the patient experience and contribute to the healing process.

Essential Functions

• Provides basic patient care within scope of practice including vital sign monitoring hygiene assistance and patient comfort measures ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Communicates effectively with the care team including handoffs reporting changes in patient conditions and participating in bedside shift reports.
• Develops clinical skills by asking questions seeking feedback and applying evidence-based practices under the guidance of an RN.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment ensuring patient rooms utility rooms and shared workspaces meet safety and compliance standards.
• Assists with basic equipment maintenance such as glucometers bladder scanners and scales and ensures timely removal cleaning and proper storage of patient care equipment after discharge.
• Performs hourly rounding and provides purposeful patient interactions to foster therapeutic relationships and enhance the healing process.
• Documents all tasks and observations clearly accurately and in a timely manner adhering to facility policies and standards.
• Upholds excellent customer service relations with patients families and internal/external departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Nursing program required and
• Completion of fundamentals of clinicals in an accredited Nursing program required
• 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of patient care procedures and medical terminology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients families and healthcare team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with care standards.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation issued by American Heart Association (AHA) American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• For Skilled Nursing - Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by State Department of Public Safety required