Sanford Health
Location
Vermillion, South Dakota
Salary
$12 / HOUR
The intern will assist in a clinical setting with direct patient care and daily activities within their scope of practice. They will also perform documentation, maintain sanitation standards, and support administrative projects as delegated.
Candidates must be high school students enrolled in a pre-approved Sanford clinical internship program. A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is required for this 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: 8 Compensation: Starting Rate: $12.00 Union Position: No Department Details Summary Contributes to Sanford operations and processes while obtaining first hand experiences that align with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Works collaboratively with organization leadership, enhancing knowledge and skills and improving the delivery of quality healthcare. Assists in a clinical setting with direct patient care, based on assigned department/team with delegated responsibilities. Complies with all patient safety related duties assigned. Will provide assistance with basic patient health care needs and daily activities within scope of practice. Will perform documentation regarding care and services, or other clerical work related to the department assigned. Responsible for following sanitation standards and stocking of supplies as necessary in environment where assigned. Assists in the completion of projects and administrative duties delegated, while developing skills related to the assigned function and/or location. Attends training and development opportunities, learning about various processes and functions within the organization. Qualifications Part of a pre-approved Sanford clinical internship program as a high school student. Knowledge of healthcare industry helpful. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required. 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. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. 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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.
Market context
In South Dakota, part-time high school healthcare internships can be competitive because candidates must meet both school-program eligibility and clinical credential requirements. This role requires enrollment in a pre-approved Sanford clinical internship program and a CNA certification, so applicants should confirm they meet both before applying. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the key details faster and save research time.
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