About the role#
This is an 8-week summer program for nursing students. You will work full-time hours, typically consisting of three 12-hour shifts per week. The program includes a mandatory 5-day training and orientation period during the first week. You will gain hands-on experience while working alongside registered nurses in inpatient units.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with registered nurses on patient care plans.
- Provide basic nursing care and assist with treatments and procedures under supervision.
- Collect basic monitoring data and specimens.
- Observe and report changes in patient conditions or symptoms.
- Document patient care activities according to established standards.
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Support unit needs to improve patient flow and outcomes.
- Evaluate the environment to ensure safety for patients and staff.
- Complete all required training, simulation labs, and skill competency checklists.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a nursing degree program.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Successful completion of at least one acute care or med-surg clinical rotation.
- A faculty letter of recommendation.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, on-site internship for Summer 2027.
- Positions are available at various Inova facilities in Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, and Leesburg, Virginia.
- Shifts include day, mid-shift, and night options.
About Inova Health
Inova Health is a nonprofit healthcare provider based in Falls Church, Virginia. The organization operates a network of hospitals, primary care practices, and emergency centers throughout Northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C. area. It serves more than 1 million unique patients each year. The system employs over 14,000 staff members and maintains specialized facilities including a Level 1 Trauma Center.
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