Nurse Extern-OR

UVA Health • Culpeper, VA

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About The Position

The Nurse Extern performs patient-care and administrative support functions under the supervision of a UVA Community Health Registered Nurse in an inpatient or outpatient setting. The role assists patients with personal care as needed, performs basic nursing skills delegated by an RN and in accordance with policies and procedures, supports a safe care environment, and maintains required skills and competencies.

This eight-week program runs from June 14, 2027, through August 7, 2027. After orientation, the schedule is 40 hours per week, working four 10-hour day shifts. Eligible nursing students must be entering their final year and have an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028. Students may remain employed as Nurse Externs until graduation; after graduation and board completion, they must apply for open positions and complete the hiring process.

The role is based at UVA Community Health. The base compensation is $17.28 per hour; this rate excludes any applicable incentive compensation, such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives available to eligible positions. The position may require use of safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, for infection prevention. On-call duties and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, or out of town are not required.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in nursing school and entering the final year, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
• BSN students must have completed their third year; ASN students must have completed their first year.
• No prior experience is required.
• Must meet and maintain required certifications and licenses, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care as needed to support recovery during hospitalization.
• Perform basic nursing skills delegated by an RN and in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Help provide a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Perform administrative support functions.
• Maintain necessary skills and competencies.
• Work under the supervision of a UVA Community Health Registered Nurse in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed