Student Intern Unpaid - WorkOne WEX program in Elkhart, Indiana at Beacon Health System

Must be a participant in the WorkOne/Employ Northern Indiana Work Experience Agreement (WEX) program. Participant is paid by WorkOne under the WEX program during their 12-week internship at Beacon. Beacon is the Work Experience Host Employer under the program responsible to ensure the Participant is provided with on-the-job supervision and direction which is necessary to assure effective job performance. Position will report to manager of assigned unit and responsibilities will vary based on unit/department.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Responsibilities of Associate:

• Must be an active participant in the WEX program.
• Committed to and participate in the learning environment by observing and asking questions.
• Duties may vary based on unit/department assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired while working through a school or school to work program.

Knowledge & Skills

• Must be willing to participate in a learning environment.
• Must be willing to maintain confidentiality.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships and is respectful at all times.
• Keeps others well informed.
• Practices active listening.
• Demonstrates integrity.
• Utilizes time and resources in a prudent manner.
• Projects professional image through enthusiasm towards work, behavior and appearance.
• Demonstrates Beacon values verbally and through actions.
• Demonstrates self-awareness and sensitivity to the perceptions of others.
• Listens carefully to input and concerns and takes appropriate action.

Working Conditions:

Works in a hospital/healthcare environment.

Physical Demands:

Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.