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Sanford Student Nurse Internship Program - Non-Traditional NDSU Students

CompanySanford Health
LocationBismarck
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The nursing intern participates in direct and indirect patient care activities to develop clinical competence and confidence. They work alongside a licensed preceptor to learn patient care, time management, and population-specific protocols.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
17014
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
6 hours
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About The Company
Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the U.S. Our organization is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, we serve more than one million patients and 220,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. Our integrated health system has 47 medical centers, 2,800 physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations, and world clinics in eight countries around the globe. Learn more about our commitment to shaping the future of rural health care at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.
About the Role

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.





Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0



Compensation:







Union Position:

No



Department Details

This internship program is for non traditional NDSU students that will be engaged in full-time study during the summer semester. You will be working 18 - 24 hours per month. The program will start with 1 week of orientation and then you will begin with your specific department, paired with a preceptor for an internship experience!

There is opportunity in a variety of Med Surg areas including - Med Surg Flex (1C), Neurology, Oncology, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Med Surg, and the Float Pool.

Our goal for you is that throughout this experience you will gain confidence and become more competent with your nursing skills that you have already completed in nursing school. You will work side-by-side with a nurse to learn patient care, develop skills, work on time management, and much more!

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 and Wisconsin.

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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

Key Skills
Patient careClinical skillsTime managementNursingPreventative careHealth maintenanceDiagnosisTreatmentPatient communicationClinical protocols
Categories
Healthcare
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