Nurse Extern II - MedSurg - Winter 2026 Grads - Aurora Burlington

American Addiction Centers•Burlington, VT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Extern II position in MedSurg is for Winter 2026 Grads at Aurora Burlington. This role involves working under the observation of a Registered Nurse to complete activities of daily living, vital sign completion, and blood glucose monitoring. The extern collaborates with the Registered Nurse to establish a plan of care based on patient needs and preferences, evaluates patient response to interventions, and communicates observations effectively. The role also includes developing delegation skills, administering medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse after proficiency evaluation, and managing an increased number of patients while incorporating time management principles. The extern must demonstrate the ability to collect and synthesize patient data, identify patient status and needs, and participate in emergency activities under supervision. Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, formed from Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It provides care under various names across multiple states, serving nearly 6 million patients. Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs. The organization is committed to equitable care and provides over $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Nursing.
Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Clinical.
Successful completion of a Pharmacological Concepts course.

Responsibilities

Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, completes activities of daily living, vital sign completion and blood glucose monitoring.
Collaborates with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based upon an analysis of health, education and developmental needs and patient/family preferences.
Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, evaluates patient response to interventions and effectively communicates observations and patient needs to the Registered Nurse.
Develops delegation skills appropriate to Health Unit Coordinators, Nursing Assistants and technical roles on unit.
Administers medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse. The level of clinical judgment and proficiency of skill must be evaluated prior to medication administration.
Manages an increased number of patients and incorporates principles of time management into shift routine.
Demonstrates an ability to collect and synthesize relevant patient data accurately identifying patient status and needs.
In emergency situations and under appropriate supervision of a Registered Nurse, participates in activities they have demonstrated knowledge and skill in.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program