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Workplace and Career Specific Skills
From Sample Work-Based Learning Plans
Nursing Intern |
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Job Title |
Skill |
Skill Task/Description |
Nursing Intern | Collecting and Organizing Information | -Observe staff interactions with patients, paying particular attention to varied approach according to patients' needs. -Become familiar with the terminology including medications, procedures, etc. | Nursing Intern | Collecting and Organizing Information | -Become familiar with the documentation process, including updating patients' charts, etc.-Take initiative to locate which area will maximize the observation experience.-Become aware of hospital procedures. | Nursing Intern | Interacting with Patients | -Assist with transportation of patients. -Assist with feeding of patients. | Nursing Intern | Nursing-Specific Skills | -Observe staff changing IV's and changing dressings. -Observe the monitoring of blood sugar levels. -Observe RN consult with physicians regarding patient. | Nursing Intern | Understanding All Aspects of the Inudstry | -Develop an understanding of the importance of confidentiality. -Become familiar with the daily routine in a nursing home, including daily meals, bathing, etc. -Become aware of nursing home procedures. | Nursing Intern | Understanding Systems | -Become familiar with the roles and responsibilities of each staff member (RN, LPN, CNA, physicians) and understand how the staff interact within a nursing home. -Become familiar with various interdisciplinary areas including PT, OT, and Speech. | Nursing Intern | Using Technology | -Observe the use of mechanical lifts, such as the Hoya lift, for use in moving patients. | Nursing Intern | Writing | Become familiar with the documentation process, including updating patients' charts, etc. |
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