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2027 Summer Student Nurse Internship Program - Detroit Lakes

Essentia Health logoEssentia Health$22/hrDetroit Lakes, MN; Graceville, MN; Fosston, MN; Ada, MNPart timePosted 2d agoApply by 13 Dec 2026
  • BSN

About the job

Building Location

St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes

Department

3065100 NURSING ADMINISTRATION - DL HOSP

Job Description

Spend Summer 2027 at Essentia Health – Detroit Lakes as a Student Nurse Intern.

As a Student Nurse Intern, you will work under direct supervision, providing essential support in both routine and technical aspects of nursing care for patients of all ages.

Education Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with patient care activities while adhering to best practices and protocols.
  • Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance with the Joint Commission and other relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Help maintain a safe and healing environment for patients and families.

Wage: $22/per Hour

Internship Dates: June 7th-August 13th, 2027

Units Available for Student Nurse Interns

  • ICU
  • BirthCenter
  • Med/Surg
  • Emergency
  • Surgical Services
  • Critical Access Locations
  • Fosston
  • Ada
  • Graceville

*Unit availability may vary.

Apply Online and Please Attach the Following

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter outlining your top 3 units of choice
  • Unofficial Transcripts

Application Deadline December 13th, 2026

Requirements

  • Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN)
  • Completion of junior year of a Bachelor’s Nursing Program or 2 clinical semesters of an Associates Nursing Program, graduating no later than May 2028 following the internship
  • Enrollment and active participation in an approved internship co-operative course at an accredited nursing school in the state of employment for the summer semester
  • Must be able to commit to 30-36 hours/week
  • Students with full/part-time summer class loads will have adjusted hour requirements and must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire
  • BCLS certifications through Red Cross must be renewed through the American Heart Association if continuing as a senior nurse intern
  • This certification must not expire during the internship.
  • Summer Interns could continue their internship during the school in a PRN capacity as Senior Intern (space may be limited) *

Please also note, this is a temporary status position and is not eligible for benefits

FTE

0

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Rotating Shift (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

Weekends

Holidays

No

Call Obligation

No

Union

Union Posting Deadline

Compensation Range

-

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

From Essentia Health's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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