Nurse Extern Summer 2026
About The Position
Gain hands-on clinical experience as a Nurse Extern working alongside RN Clinical Coaches in a high-acuity patient care environment. This program offers the opportunity to enhance your clinical knowledge, strengthen your nursing skills, and experience the dynamic environment of our Magnet-designated academic medical center located in Madison, Wisconsin. This program is intended for nursing students with expected graduation dates between December 2026 and June 2027. Current UW Health employees enrolled in associate or baccalaureate nursing programs are eligible to apply. All other applicants must be currently enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program. Program Highlights Nurse Externs provide direct patient care in inpatient units and ambulatory clinics across UW Health's Madison-based campuses, including University Hospital, American Family Children's Hospital, East Madison Hospital, Eastpark Medical Center and regional clinic sites. Nurse Externs work alongside and under the supervision of a RN Clinical Coach and serve as integral members of an interdisciplinary health care team. Paid position with a 36-hour workweek including day, evening, night and weekend shifts.
Requirements
- Nursing students with expected graduation dates between December 2026 and June 2027
- Current UW Health employees enrolled in associate or baccalaureate nursing programs are eligible to apply.
- All other applicants must be currently enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program.
- Resume
- Include expected date of graduation.
- List care clinical courses you will have completed by May 2026. Include course name, clinical hours and completion date.
- Basic Life Support/CPR certification expiration date
- Essay
- Describe a recent experience from nursing clinicals or your job that has affirmed your desire to pursue a career in nursing.
- Share an example of a personal accomplishment that aligns with UW Health's vision for delivering remarkable health care.
- What is (1) professional and (1) personal goal that you want to achieve if selected for the Nurse Extern program?
- Supplemental Application
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in inpatient units and ambulatory clinics
- Work alongside and under the supervision of a RN Clinical Coach
- Serve as integral members of an interdisciplinary health care team
Benefits
- Shift differentials apply for PM, Night and Weekend shifts.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
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Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
