Sanford Student Nurse Internship Program

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. This 10‑week paid summer internship offers hands‑on experience in the day‑to‑day life of a Registered Nurse across a variety of roles and settings, with the option to extend into the school year. Interns work under the guidance of an experienced nurse preceptor to expand clinical skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a learning experience designed to develop confidence and competence in clinical skills for a smooth transition into a licensed role after graduation.
• Be mentored by a licensed professional in their specialty to strengthen clinical skill sets.
• Care for patients in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment, and follow‑up as patients move in and out of care settings.
• Discover enhanced ways of communicating and supporting patients while following a real nursing schedule.
• Perform tasks of direct and indirect patient care and support department activities.
• Utilize appropriate population‑specific patient care protocols and policies related to the physical and psychological needs of patients of all ages.
• Embody the vision and values compatible with Sanford Health.
• Function within the scope and standards of practice as outlined in state‑specific regulations.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited RN program (associate or bachelor's degree) and have participated in an academic clinical experience.
• Enrolled in a board‑of‑licensed‑clinical‑practice approved internship course (this requirement does not apply to internships held in South Dakota, Iowa, or Wisconsin).
• Expected graduation date of Fall/Winter 2027 or Spring/Summer 2028.

Schedule

• Shift: Varies
• Schedule: PRN
• Weekly hours: 36.00

Location

Valley City Clin, 520 Chautauqua Blvd, Valley City, ND 58072, USA

Requisition: R‑0272775