Medical and Nursing Internship Program

A medical and nursing internship program in Nepal is an ideal platform for overseas students from pre-med, medical, and nursing backgrounds. Students joining this program will be placed at local hospitals, both private and government, and medical clinics.

Medical and nursing internship program interns will be put under the guidance of professional doctors and nursing staff and they will get to observe and learn about the medical practices in Nepal. This will provide an immense boost to the medical career of the interns while giving an edge to them over their peers back in college.

Medical and nursing internship program interns will be paired with local doctors and nurses where they get hands-on clinical experience and get to observe the healthcare system in Nepal. The medical and nursing internship program is ideally suited for pre-medical and medical students who need to gain valuable experience which will be beneficial for their medical careers.

Medical and nursing internship program interns are paired along with a doctor/nurse or medical professional during their time at the hospital. The internship is observation-based and each intern shall shadow, observe and do basic assistance work in the hospital during the period of the internship/observership. Interns work at a full-service hospital placement which offers excellent facilities and infrastructure for patient care and treatment. The observership program helps the students to develop skills and knowledge by observing the work of the medical and nursing teams.

Medical and Nursing Internship Program Highlights:

• Intern under professionals in local hospitals/clinics in Kathmandu and get practical experience in the healthcare industry
• Responsibilities at the project include assisting the doctors, shadowing/observing everyday treatment
• Depending on skills, assist with procedures like suturing wounds, giving vaccinations, checking blood pressure and maintaining records.
• Work with fellow interns/medical professionals who come down from different parts of the worlds
• Work during weekdays. Weekends are free to explore the Himalayan country and neighbouring famous sights

Medical and nursing internship program intern roles and responsibilities:

The tasks assigned to the interns will be strictly on the basis of the level of their education and experience. While pre-med students would mostly be observing the doctors and the staff, 3rd and final-year medical as well as nursing students can get hands-on experience depending upon their level of work experience and understanding; such as suturing wounds, giving vaccinations, measuring blood pressure, fever, etc. A list of the daily routine of the intern volunteers includes general tasks as given below:

• Depending on skills, assist with procedures like suturing wounds, giving vaccinations, etc.
• Shadow the Doctors on critical surgeries and operations.
• Being involved in the daily procedures of the hospital.
• Conducting hospital rounds with the doctors.
• Maintaining files.
• Routine patient check-ups like measuring Blood pressure, and checking fever.

How do the medical and nursing internship program help?

Volunteer World Nepal’s medical electives volunteer programs can be a valuable and rewarding experience for medical students or professionals. Medical and nursing internship programs typically refer to short-term placements or internships for medical students or professionals to gain practical experience in a healthcare setting. Volunteer World Nepal provides three distinct health placements for volunteers in Nepal.

1. Medical Care Student Placements:

If you aspire to pursue a career in the medical field, this placement is tailored for you. Participants in this program will be able to conduct fundamental health assessments in clinics, witness the work of Nepali doctors in hospitals, and engage in hands-on experience within their chosen specialities. Throughout the majority of this placement, you will closely observe Nepali doctors who possess proficient English language skills. Additionally, there is an opportunity during this placement to actively contribute to or participate in Volunteer World Nepal’s health camp, a mobile initiative providing essential medical care to underserved communities.

2. Medical Care Professional’s Placements:

If you possess the necessary medical qualifications, you can explore employment opportunities in hospitals, medical clinics, and health camps. It’s important to recognize that practising as a medical professional or student in Nepal may differ significantly from your experiences in your home country. Variations in medicine names and practices require volunteers to adapt to these differences. While Volunteer World Nepal offers interpreter services when needed, communication challenges may occasionally constrain the actions of our volunteers. Nevertheless, many volunteers find that these factors contribute to an enriching experience in Nepal, fostering rapid learning on the job.

3. Pre-medical Placements:

Pre-medical placement opportunities are open to individuals with a passion for entering the medical field who may not be currently qualified or pursuing a medical education. As a volunteer in this program, you will have the chance to shadow doctors in clinics and implement health awareness initiatives in various settings, including schools, women’s groups, disability centres, and community organizations. Your involvement in these awareness programs will contribute to providing local communities with valuable knowledge on sanitation and first aid training.

Do I need any specific qualifications or skills for this volunteering placement?

To be eligible for pre-medical placements, a strong interest in or intention to pursue medicine is required. For medical student placements, applicants should be actively enrolled in or have completed medical school. Professional placements are open to those actively practising in the medical field. When applying for these opportunities, please indicate your level of experience and specific field of expertise, and we will strive to match you with a suitable placement.