Summer RN Extern-Behaviroal Health in Vicksburg, MS

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