Aspiring RN Student Nurse Intern | Medical Oncology

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Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, where compassionate care and professional growth are valued. This Student Nurse Intern role offers hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed nurses, focusing on medical oncology patients.
General Summary
Under supervision, the intern performs a variety of patient care duties tailored to individual age and developmental needs, assisting with daily living activities and clinical tasks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care including hygiene assistance such as bathing, hair care, oral hygiene, and grooming. Deliver skin care while preventing breakdown and assist with physical activities like repositioning, ambulation, range of motion exercises, and transfers. Support nutritional needs by preparing patients for meals, assisting with feeding, monitoring intake, and adhering to dietary restrictions. Collect specimens, perform vital signs, and document intake and output accurately. Perform specialized care such as sit baths, postmortem care, application of compression devices, and wound management. Lead and encourage participation in performance improvement initiatives and teamwork. Carry out technical nursing procedures within credentialed scope, including oxygen therapy management, catheter insertion/removal, intravenous therapy discontinuation, suctioning, dressing changes, injections, and NG tube care. Conduct patient assessments and collaborate closely with primary nurses to ensure quality care. Educate patients and families in coordination with nursing staff. Maintain thorough and precise documentation of all care activities and patient status changes.
Education
Currently enrolled in a nursing program or completed nursing education but not yet licensed.
Experience
Entry-level position; no prior experience required.
Certification/License
Not applicable for this role.
Mental/Physical Requirements
Requires significant mental focus and physical activity including frequent walking, lifting, turning, and other movements.
Working Conditions
Exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, chemotherapy agents, and occasional challenging interactions. Minimal physical discomfort expected.
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Location:
Devils Elbow, MO, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Healthcare Practitioners And Technical Occupations

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