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Job Description:

Position Summary: The summer intern will positively contribute to the patient experience while being an active participant in learning opportunities that will enhance growth and development as a member of the healthcare team. Responsible for working closely with members of the nursing and life enhancement teams to lead individual and group activities, carry out basic personal care tasks, and assist with activities of daily living for patients. The summer intern must be self-motivated, seeking out opportunities that contribute to the enrichment of patient lives’ and the unit as a whole.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to write and speak effectively, clearly, concisely and professionally.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in foundational healthcare knowledge and language.

Position Responsibilities:

• The intern will work one on one with life enhancement to help to run unit and facility wide programming, work with patients on an individual basis, and staff the sensory rooms where applicable.
• Perform skills such as: nail care, vital signs, and feeding patients.
• Transport patients in wheelchairs to locations such as the hairdresser, activities/concerns, and for one on one time outside.
• Work one on one with a Nurse/PCA to carry out the following tasks: incontinent care, dressing/undressing, brushing teeth/dentures, and haircare.
• Assist Nurse Manager with floor projects, implementation of culture change and other unit-specific needs.
• Ensure supply storage areas are neat and orderly.
• Attend floor meetings and participate in floor decision-making.
• Perform other related duties as requested.
• Actively participate in all presented classroom and simulated learning opportunities.
• Successfully develop and run a person centered group activity for patients that meets established criteria.
• The intern cannot be left alone for safety supervision in activity areas/dining rooms, independently transfer (unless they are already in a wheelchair), use or assist with the use of a mechanical lift, or carry out the personal care for patients alone.

IV Qualifications:

• Must be a current high school student or high school graduate.
• Must be proficient with computers.
• Must be self-motivated and able to take initiative to carry out tasks.
• Must speak and write English fluently.

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