Student Nurse Summer Paid Internship

Summer 2026 Student Nurse Internship

Shift: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Minimum of 24 hours - maximum of 40 hours/week -- flexible hours!)

Are you a passionate nursing student eager to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact in patient care? Our Student Nurse Internship program offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals, develop your skills, and grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

• 10-week hourly paid position.

• Customizable internship tracks available in select locations.

Transition to Nurse Residency Program:

• Those that successfully complete the internship would be considered a
preferred candidate for the nurse residency program.

• Residency program includes a commitment to work one year (12 months)
in a full-time status as a Registered Nurse at Unity Point at Home.

• Cost of NCLEX prep course and testing reimbursed by UnityPoint at Home
if intern commits to Nurse Residency Program.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

OBJECTIVES

• Build strong professional relationships with clinical team members.

• Gain confidence in performing technical skills.

• Develop clinical judgment skills and priority setting.

PREREQUISITES

• Current enrollment in an accredited ADN, BSN or Accelerated Program (either
entering 4th year of BSN Program or last 2 terms of ADN program)

• Current LPN enrolled in ADN or BSN program

• GPA 2.5 on a 4.0 scale

• Current AHA or Red Cross Card- for the Professional Provider current mandatory reporter certificaiton

• All interns are required to be enrolled in a nursing course during
the duration of the internship

APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Accepted from October 1st - April 30th, 2026

• UnityPoint at Home Application - www.unityPoint.org/careers

• UnityPoint at Home will need 2 recommendation letters completed by two school of nursing faculty members

• UnityPoint at Home Letter of Intent that answers:
1. What influenced you to pursue a career in nursing?
2. Why are you interested in the Nurse Internship Program?
3. Where do you see yourself in five years?

• Deadline for application materials: April 30, 2026

• Late or incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified.

APPLY TODAY!

Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? Apply now to join our team make a meaningful impact int he lives of those we serve through compassionate care.

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