What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN-Nurse Intern Program position at Baton Rouge General Medical Center - Mid City?
The Baton Rouge General Nurse Intern Program is designed to facilitate a successful transition from the role of nursing student to a valued member of our nursing team. The program is also designed to provide an enhanced learning experience that promotes the knowledge and skills critical to administering quality patient care in an acute care setting.
What is the Purpose? Nurse intern positions are available to a limited number of highly motivated and qualified candidates. Positions are available within acute patient care areas for those seeking a challenging and rewarding hospital career. Qualified applicants participate in an interview process designed to place applicants in areas of nursing practice congruent with their career goals and aspirations. Interns will receive hourly compensation for all program hours.
What is the program length ? Upon selection, the Intern will attend a comprehensive orientation. After orientation the nurse intern will begin a 6-week concentrated summer partnership with a personal preceptor in a selected clinical area.
How does the program work? During the Internship the Intern and preceptor will function as a team in the delivery of quality patient care. Interns meet with their preceptor and their nursing leadership sponsor for an evaluation regarding progress. The conference evaluation will provide proactive feedback that enhances learning opportunities and identifies any barriers. Upon successful completion of the summer assignment, Interns have the flexibility to schedule shifts with their selected home unit in a manner that does not compromise personal and school commitments.
Candidate requirements are established to promote a successful experience for both the Intern and the preceptor. In addition to meeting the employment requirements of Baton Rouge General Medical Center applicants must:
1. Be a senior nursing student in good academic standing and enrolled in an accredited program. Graduating December 2025 or by May 2026.
2. Must present a recommendation letter completed by a Clinical Faculty Member
3. Provide an official school transcript at the time of the interview.
4. Provide an up-to-date resume.
Individual Responsibility Candidate Requirements
1. Must be available to participate in one interview day in April.
3. Must be available to participate in a 3-day orientation starting May 27, 2025 (May 27th, May 28th & May 29th).
4. Available to work a full-time schedule (3-12hour shifts per week) for 6 weeks beginning May 27, 2025 .
5. After the initial 6 weeks is complete, a minimum of 12 hours per month is required to maintain the Intern's skill level and provide further opportunity for growth.
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