What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern I Patient Care Assistant position at Saratoga Hospital System?
Summer Nurse I Internship 2025
Purpose:
Our 10-week Summer Student Nurse I Internship Program was developed to provide nursing students with an educational opportunity to improve their nursing skills in the clinical setting while at the same time providing them with employment for the summer and during school breaks.
Program Description:
Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Nurse I Intern will provide direct patient care, gain hands-on experience, and enhance assessment skills.
This program will also assist in the development of organizational and time management skills.
While working in a collegial relationship with RNs, the Nurse Intern I will gain a better understanding of professional practice.
Educational in-services are presented throughout the summer to further supplement the learning process.
Summer Nurse I Interns will receive a competitive salary. Centralized and unit-based orientation will be provided.
Our internship program can serve as a pipeline program. Upon successful completion of the internship, interns will continue to work as a Patient Care Assistant and have to an opportunity to interview for a position on the unit of their choice, with flexible hours to meet the demands of the academic school year. From here, the interns are encouraged to apply for a position as a Summer Nurse II intern.
Selected interns must commit to all program dates. There are no exceptions. Must be prepared for a full 36-40-hour commitment per week. Weekend rotation required. May be required to work a holiday. Must be available for a day and/or night shift position.
Eligibility Criteria:
The Nursing Student must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Attain junior status in the fall of 2025.
- Anticipate graduation within two years from the end of the program.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0. Transcripts will be required after completion of 2024 fall semester.
- Compliance with all deadlines listed below (no exceptions).
Program Dates:
June 2 nd - August 9 th , 2025
Deadlines:
Applications for the 2025 Summer Student Nurse I Internship Program will begin February 1, 2025.
The deadline to apply for the 2025 Summer Student Nurse I Internship Program is March 15, 2025.
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Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Day shift Hours: 12 Hours
