Nurse Intern

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Annual Nurse Intern Program – Summer 2027

Program Dates:  May 24 – August 1, 2026

Overview: Ten-week, paid summer nursing internship. You will work alongside some of the finest nurses and healthcare professionals in the nation while participating in activities that will strengthen clinical skills, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary communication. You’ll be one step ahead as you enter your final semester(s) of nursing school! Placement opportunities include medical/surgical units, inpatient specialty departments, and clinic settings. Opportunity for continued employment following the end of the summer internship along with a potential RN offer!

Qualifications: To be considered for the Nurse Intern program you must meet the following qualifications:

1.      Must be qualified to graduate from a baccalaureate nursing program or associate nursing program by December 2027 or May 2028, following the summer internship.

2.      Hold one of the following active certifications/licenses:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B)
• Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (EMT-P)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

3.      Active CPR certification: Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands-on learning) from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross and State of Iowa Mandatory Reporter-Dependent Adult and Child Abuse certifications.

4.      Commitment to work 30-36 hours per week for 10 weeks. Interns can expect to work all shifts, including Days, PMs, and nights, along with weekend and holiday rotations.

To be considered for this program, please submit the following requirements by January 16, 2027:

1.      Complete the online application in its entirety, including screenshots of your CPR and CNA certifications.

2.      Attach a professional resume, including high school with graduation date and anticipated future graduation date from your nursing program.

3.      Attach a cover letter, which shall include thoughtful responses to the following essay questions:

• Describe why you have selected nursing as your career path.
• Describe what makes you a great candidate for a Nurse Internship at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics, West Union, IA.
• What are your goals as an intern and post-intern?

4.      Send an official college transcript to Jenni Elsbernd at jlelsber@emplifyhealth.org , or to the address below:

Jenni Elsbernd, Human Resources

Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics

112 Jefferson St

West Union, IA 52175

Timeline:

• Application opens: 11/04/2026
• Applications due: 01/16/2027
•   Qualified applicants who have submitted all requirements will be asked to complete an in-person interview.
• Offers extended: Mid-February 2027

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at: (563 )422-3811 ext 64768 or [email protected].

2026 Participating Departments at Gundersen Palmer, West Union, IA:

·         Medical-Surgical Unit

·         Labor & Delivery

·         Obstetrics Unit

·         Emergency Services

·         Surgery Unit

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below:

Primary Recruiter:

Jenni Elsbernd

Recruiter Email Address:

[email protected]

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