Inpatient Nurse Intern - Summer

Inpatient Nurse Intern - Summer 2027
ICCU
0.75 - 0.90 FTE, 60 - 72 Hours a Pay Period (10 Week Internship)
Days/Nights, Hours between 6:45 am - 7:15 pm or 6:45 pm - 7:15 am
Weekends:
Every Third Weekend
Holidays:
No Holidays

* Starting Pay Between $18.45 - $23.06 Based on Experience

Position Overview:

Ten week, paid summer nursing internship. The Summer 2027 Nurse Intern is an integral part of the health care team who, under the direction of a professional nurse preceptor, assists in the delivery of patient care in the inpatient departments (Med-Surg-Peds and ICCU). The Nurse Intern will participate in activities that will strengthen clinical skills, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary communication. The Nurse Intern primarily supports nursing functions as planned and delegated by the professional nurse preceptor who agrees to act as a supervisor and is immediately available to them.

• Completes Winona Health orientation and educational requirements, maintains competency and practices and contributes to Winona Health's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Under the direction of a professional nurse preceptor, they will perform duties related to the care and comfort of patients. The designated tasks are those which have been taught in the academic programs, orientation, and where the individual has demonstrated competence to a designated RN preceptor.
• Assists with: rooming of patients, bathing, feeding, ambulation, bed repositioning, toileting, personal cares, and vital signs.
• Obtains and puts away supplies to ensure quality and timely delivery of patient care.
• Is constantly vigilant to the safety needs of patients, taking necessary precautions as warranted and communicates concerns to the professional nurse in a timely manner.
• Responsible for inputting all applicable data collection and task completion into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). All of the Nurse Intern's documentation must be verified for accuracy and co-signed each shift by the professional RN preceptor, and the RN preceptor must complete and document independent patient assessments as required.
• Reports any malfunctioning equipment promptly and removes from the patient care area to maintain a safe environment.
• The Nurse Intern will administer and document administration of medication at the point of care and under the direct supervision of the RN preceptor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Skills and Experience:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program or associate nursing program and qualified to graduate by December 2027 or May 2028 (Transcript will need to be provided)
• Must be actively enrolled in a nursing internship course through a Minnesota school of higher education
• CNA Certification - MN
• BLS Certification
• Good decision-making, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to full-time employment (36 hours per week) for 10 weeks. Days, evenings, nights, weekend, and holidays may be included
• Ability to perform multiple tasks independently, in a busy, ever-changing environment
• Intermediate Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. Familiar with Patient Information Database (Cerner)

Preferred:

• Previous nursing assistant experience is preferred, but not required

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

Health Insurance:
Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
Income Protection:
Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
Retirement Planning:
Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
Work/Life Balance:
Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
Education & Development:
Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
Employee Discounts:
Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy:

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions,…