Summer 2027 Nurse Extern Program, Allegheny Health Network - Greater Pittsburgh Opportunities

Highmark Health • Pittsburgh, PA

34d • Onsite

About The Position

Allegheny Health Network (AHN) is accepting applications for the 2027 Nurse Extern Program across multiple hospital locations throughout their network. This application serves as a centralized application for multiple AHN hospital locations. During the application process, applicants are encouraged to carefully review and complete the questionnaire, selecting their top three (3) preferred hospital locations for consideration. Interviews are expected to take place between early November 2026 and early 2027. Interview invitations and placement decisions will be based on location preferences, organizational needs, and position availability. Participating AHN Hospital Locations include: Allegheny General Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital, Canonsburg Hospital, Forbes Hospital, Grove City Hospital, Jefferson Hospital, St. Vincent Hospital (Erie, PA), West Penn Hospital, and Wexford Hospital. Selecting a location does not guarantee placement at that facility, but every effort will be made to consider preferences throughout the interview and placement process. The Nurse Extern performs day-to-day clinical and patient care activities under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an approved diploma/degree nursing program.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Compliance with ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
• Compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures.
• Compliance with data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
• Compliance with the company’s Code of Business Conduct, including adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program and scheduled to graduate in December 2027, Spring 2028, or Summer 2028.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in clinical skills (i.e. hygiene, nutritional needs, vital signs, and specimens).
• Communicates pertinent patient data accurately and utilizes time management skills to organize and prioritize patient care activities.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional development.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree