Functioning within the Health System’s mission, vision, values, policies and procedures, the Clinical Intern functions as a partner to the Registered Nurse with the goal of providing quality patient care. In addition to patient care, the Clinical Intern transcribes physician orders and performs a variety of clerical tasks as needed. The Clinical Intern will also have the opportunity to attend instructor-led classes in topics that have been identified as essential for the new graduates, including professional competencies and quality measures that impact patients’ clinical outcomes and satisfaction. Using a combination of case studies and simulation, participants will be challenged to continue to develop critical thinking and clinical judgment skills and put that learning experience into practice with direct patient care guided by preceptors. There will be multiple opportunities for peer group discussions on the clinical experience, including interactions with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers. The Clinical Interns will have the opportunity to contribute to clinical quality and organizational strategic goals through the development of an evidence-based project which will be focused on a specific clinical area/patient population: medical/surgical, critical care, emergency medicine, perioperative services, or transitional care/rehabilitative services.

Education: Additional education in medical terminology and/or clerical skills is preferred. Must successfully complete LMHS Sec/PCT orientation program and demonstrate competency on all skills. Must be a new graduate from an accredited school of nursing, preparing to take the NCLEX exam within six months; GPA of 3.0 or above preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Current BLS required. STNA strongly preferred.

Experience: Previous experience as a Patient Care Tech or Unit Secretary is preferred. Preferred experience with ADL documentation and working knowledge. Must have experience working with the adult and geriatric population.

Skills: Must have excellent “customer service” skills, including the ability to exhibit patience and tact with all constituents including physicians, patients and associates. Must demonstrate flexibility with work schedule changes, be cooperative and collaborative, and have the documented ability to work with speed and proficiency while under stress. Must have basic computer skills and EMR (electronic medical records) experience. Must be able to print and write legibly and accurately. Possess the ability to calculate simple mathematics and follow instructions.