The Patient Care Internship is a cohort based paid summer internship program for undergraduate nursing and other healthcare students who have, or intend to get, their NH LNA license and are looking for a fast-paced environment where helping people and working with a team is essential.
During your full-time weekly schedule, much of the work is spent directly with patients utilizing foundational patient care skills to build your confidence in direct patient care, prioritizing tasks, critical thinking and care planning, while also building your professional skills as you work within multi-disciplinary teams. This internship experience incorporates professional development and networking components as part of your learning experience.
Have questions? We’d love to hear from you.
Please call Tracie RN, MSN, Program Manager Nursing Education and Internship Program Leader, at: (603) 308-9373.
Application Deadline | March 4, 2024 at 11:59pm |
Interviews | On a rolling basis until March 13, 2024 |
Selection Notification | March 20 – 22, 2024 |
Internship Program Dates | May 28 – August 16, 2024 |
2023 Internship Alumni
Interns were hosted in some of the following locations at Dartmouth Health Lebanon: Medical-Surgical Units, Medical and Surgical Intensive Care Units, Neurosciences and ENT Units, Short Stay Unit , Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Same Day Surgery Dermatology, General internal Surgery, Heater Road Primary Care, Hematology/Oncology, Pediatrics and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, Outpatient Pediatrics, and more.
2023 Intern Reflections
“The professional development sessions are very informative and helped me to grow a lot this summer. I was able in easily integrate with the staff and understand how to make connections that will help me in the future. When applying, if you have a certain unit in mind, but are worried you will not get it, apply for it anyway. It would be better to apply and not get it than miss an opportunity because you did not try.” – Emma Gehris, 2023
“I learned what it was like to go through the application and interview process which has been incredibly helpful for applying to my senior practicum as well as the NRP! I also learned how to be a team member on a very fast-paced unit and built critical skills I will need in my career. I am incredibly thankful for this program. I would want to tell people to just apply! Even if you are scared or unsure, this program is without a doubt going to teach you something you did not know before and it will look really good on any resume!! Also, don't be afraid to apply to a unit out of your comfort zone, this program is all about personal growth and you can't do that if you stay in your comfort zone.” – Jasmine Eastman, 2023
Click here to watch an informational video about the program!
Applications are now closed for the 2024 program. Please check back in the fall for information on our Summer 2025 opportunities!
Qualifications
- Completed at least the first year of your college degree/certificate program that directly or indirectly relates to healthcare
- Remain enrolled in an accredited college program for Fall 2024
- Establish/Maintain an active NH LNA License
- Commit to full-time schedule (36-40 hours/wk) for the full 12 week program
- Successfully complete our pre-employment screening process (background/drug screen/vaccination review/etc)
- Please note you will be responsible for setting up housing and transportation during the program
Housing
- Summer housing may be available at Colby-Sawyer College. Please contact Karin Berthiaume krberthi@colby-sawyer.edu to inquire.