Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. 

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Are you ready to take your nursing skills to the next level? Our Sanford Student Nurse Internship is an amazing opportunity to gain confidence, enhance your nursing abilities, and apply what you've learned in nursing school in a real-world setting. You’ll have the chance to work closely with a skilled nurse, learning firsthand about patient care, developing your skills, mastering time management, and much more!

The Jamestown Clinic is the perfect place to grow, offering a supportive, dynamic work environment with a Monday to Friday schedule. It’s a place where you can thrive, learn, and make a real impact on patient care while preparing for your nursing career!

Summary

The Sanford nursing intern participates in a learning experience designed to develop confidence and competence in clinical skills to facilitate a smooth transition into a licensed role after graduation. The internship program assists students in finding an area of nursing clinical practice that best fits their career goals, talents and interests. The intern will be mentored by an licensed professional in his/her specialty to strengthen clinical skill sets.

Job Description

The intern cares for patients in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings. The intern discovers enhanced ways of communicating and supporting patients, learning what it is like working as a licensed professional in their field, while following a real schedule. Performs tasks of direct and indirect patient care and supports the activities of the department. Utilizes appropriate population-specific patient care protocols and policies related to the physical and psychological needs of all ages of patients. Embodies the vision and values that are compatible with Sanford Health. The intern functions within the scope and standards of practice as outlined in the state specific regulations.

Qualifications

Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited RN program (associate or bachelor degree) and have participated in an academic clinical experience.



Must be enrolled in a board of licensed clinical practice approved internship course. This does not apply to internships held in the state of South Dakota.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.