Methodist and University Hospital-Patient Care Intern (PCI) Program

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, current nursing students to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals at the Adult Academic Health Centers. These locations include IU Health Methodist Hospital or IU Health University Hospital, both located in Downtown Indianapolis. The hospitals treat our adult patient population. Candidates must have completed a Fundamentals of Nursing course that generally aligns with their first clinical rotation.

The Patient Care Intern (PCI) works under the direction of the registered nurse (RN) as a non-licensed team member. As a non-licensed team member, the PCI provides care to designated patients and supports the patient care team. Job duties include observation of the registered nurse, provision of activities of daily living, mobility assistance, mobility assistance, continuous observation including suicide prevention, and ensuring the patient's surroundings are clean and orderly.

At IU Health, you will learn and develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry, apply today.

PCI positions are generally Part Time or PRN, and your shifts can be worked around your school schedule.

Potential Start Dates: December 2025, January 2026

Areas that frequently participate in the PCI program include:

• Med Surg, PCU, and ICUs from the Adult Neuro, Ortho, Cardiopulmonary,

Multispecialty Surgical, Behavioral Health, Medical, Transplant, Oncology and Emergency Services units.

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