Intern

Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

The intern will gain experience in a Critical Access Hospital setting.  This position is hands on, action oriented, and geared towards students who are pursuing a career in healthcare.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing experience is preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, safety rulings, operational and maintenance and organizational policies / procedures
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information to patients, families, employees, health care providers, etc...
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff and health care providers
• Ability to work with skill in identifying problems; making frequent decisions regarding method of performance

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS:

• Calculator
• Computer and printer
• Fax and copy machine
• General office materials/supplies
• Information Systems
• Telephone system
• All Patient Care Equipment – within scope of CNA
  • Lifts, beds, monitors, computers, oximeters, pneumatics, CPM, etc.
     

SECURITY/ACCESS:

• Will have access to the facility 24 hours a day.
• Will have access to confidential information abiding by the organizations privacy policies and regulations concerning this information.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. The Intern will rotate through a variety of departments based on interest and need.  Departments open for rounding are Nursing, Lab, Radiology, Therapies, Specialty Clinic, Behavioral Health, and Surgery.  Other departments may have a need or the Intern may have interest in another department and will be accommodated to the best of FCH’s ability.
2. Follows HIPAA regulations and ensures that the confidentiality of patients medical, personal, financial records, employee records, and organizational records is maintained.
3. Participates in FCH committees, quality assurance, performance and quality improvement initiatives, and activities which support the facility and department operations.
4. Complies with the state and federal regulatory requirements related to the performance of FCH operations and requirements of the FCH Compliance Program. Including but not limited to:
   • The Compliance Policy.
   • Completes all mandatory on-line training annually and as assigned.
   • All department and organization-wide policies.
   • Considers the impact of regulations such as Critical Access Hospital requirements, along with Federal and State of Nebraska regulations and discusses concerns appropriately to ensure compliance.
5. Presents self in a professional manner and enhances professional growth and development through participation in education programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
   • Seeks opportunities for continued growth and performance improvement.
   • Always maintains a professional appearance and manner.
   • Dependable and completes work in a timely manner.
   • Demonstrates an understanding and emphasis on quantity, quality and knowledge of duties and tasks.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Standards of Service Excellence:

1. Abides by Fillmore County Hospitals Standards of Professional Courtesy and Respect which include:
   • Communication & Interaction
   • Customer Service & Respect
   • Teamwork
   • Telephone Communication
   • Safety, Pride &Ownership
   • Professional Appearance
2. Abides by Fillmore County Hospitals Core Values 1-12 which include:
   • Authenticity
   • Integrity
   • Awareness
   • Courage
   • Perseverance
   • Faith
   • Purpose
   • Vision
   • Focus
   • Enthusiasm
   • Service
   • Leadership

ESSENTIAL WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications