Summer Nurse Intern Omaha
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Omaha, NE, 68124-2319
Job Type : Intern
Salary : 21-
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The CHI Health Summer Nurse Internship program is an opportunity for future RNs to get invaluable hands-on experience under the guidance of a nurse preceptor. Participants will not only expand theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, but also earn market-leading competetive pay.
Contribute to the assessment of health status of individuals. This will include interactions with family members or group members.
Contribute to establishment of nursing diagnoses which identify(ies) the needs of the client/patient.
Respond to patient calls anticipate patient needs and assure patient safety and comfort through hourly rounding environmental maintenance and other appropriate safety measures.
Contribute in the development of the plan of care for individuals.
Perform and work to ensure safe knowledgeable and age-specific patient care.
Make entries in the medical record consistent with and limited to scope of job duties and applicable licensure.
Cares are in accordance with assigned tasks and permitted by the Nursing Skills Checklist.
- Enrollment in an accredited nursing program with projected graduation dates between December 2026 and summer 2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
- Current CNA listing on the Nurse Aide Registry of the state in which you work upon hire.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
Application Window Closes Saturday, January 16th 2026
Where You'll WorkPlease apply to this posting if you are interested in any of the internships available at the Omaha, NE locations:
Lakeside
Immanuel
Bergan Mercy
Midlands
Mercy Council Bluffs
Program Dates - May 24th, 2026-July 18th, 2026
CHI Health is part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 137 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us
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Frequently asked questions
Omaha's healthcare sector is growing, creating moderate competition for summer nurse internships. Candidates with strong academic records and certifications like BLS tend to have an edge when applying for nursing internships in this city.
In Omaha, besides BLS certification, having a current CNA listing on the state's nurse aide registry significantly boosts your eligibility, reflecting local regulatory preferences for nursing interns.
Summer Nurse Interns in Omaha typically engage in patient health assessments, assist with nursing diagnoses, and support care planning, ensuring patient safety through proactive rounds and medical record documentation.
Strong clinical skills combined with effective communication, attention to patient comfort, and the ability to collaborate with preceptors set apart top-performing nurse interns in Omaha's competitive healthcare internships.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes social justice and health equity, providing nurse interns with diverse, hands-on experiences across multiple Omaha locations, alongside competitive pay and mentorship from seasoned nurse preceptors.
This internship at Catholic Health Initiatives offers a comprehensive clinical exposure across several Omaha-area hospitals, focusing on age-specific patient care and reinforcing nursing skills through a structured preceptorship.
Summer Nurse Interns in Omaha generally earn competitive pay ranging from $17 to $22 per hour, reflecting market trends for nursing internships in the Nebraska healthcare industry.
Omaha's internship sites like Lakeside and Bergan Mercy are spread across the city, so proximity and access to reliable transport can influence your daily commute and overall internship experience.
Omaha hospitals foster collaborative and patient-centered environments, where nurse interns benefit from supportive teams and an emphasis on innovative care practices tailored to the community.
Indeed, summer internships in Omaha provide critical clinical exposure and networking opportunities, laying a strong foundation for students preparing for Registered Nurse positions within Nebraska's healthcare system.