Nurse Extern Summer 2027 - Chambersburg Hospital

WellSpan Health•Chambersburg, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Extern Summer 2027 program at Chambersburg Hospital is a paid clinical experience for nursing students. The program runs May 17, 2027, through July 10, 2027, and includes two four-week unit experiences with a 1:1 experienced RN preceptor. Participants must commit to working at least 36 hours per week, with rotating shifts based on the preceptor’s schedule. Consideration is given to RN students entering their final semester or year, with expected graduation between winter 2027 and summer 2028. Students must complete a Medical-Surgical rotation before the externship begins and remain in good standing in an accredited nursing program. Rotation areas include Medical/Surgical Units, the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room, Maternity and Labor & Delivery, and Acute Rehab. Applications must include a resume, transcript, and a recommendation letter from a current nursing instructor addressing academic standing, behavior standing, and completion of a Medical-Surgical rotation. The Nurse Extern supports registered nurses in coordinating patient care and discharge planning, provides general and personal care, assists with tests and procedures, monitors and documents patient information, and performs selected procedures under the Nurse Extern checklist. The role also includes maintaining equipment and supplies, performing EKGs and Point-of-Care testing, responding to light calls, and following established safety, quality, and infection-control standards.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program and has completed two clinical semesters.
Must have completed at least one Medical-Surgical clinical rotation before the externship begins.
Must be passing and maintain good standing in an accredited nursing program before and during the Summer Externship Program.
Must commit to working at least 36 hours per week.
Application must include a resume, transcript, and a recommendation letter from a current nursing instructor addressing academic standing, behavior standing, and Medical-Surgical rotation completion.
High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support certification required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in an accredited BSN program is preferred.
Entering the final semester or year of an RN program, with expected graduation between winter 2027 and summer 2028, is considered for selection.

Responsibilities

Provides information needed by the registered nurse to coordinate patient care and discharge planning for patients and families.
Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans, and positioning patients.
Assists with preparation and transportation of patients for tests and procedures.
Monitors patient condition levels and reports changes to appropriate individuals.
Obtains and documents vital signs and other required measurements, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse, and pain.
Performs selected procedures according to the Nurse Extern checklist.
Sets up and removes equipment and supplies, checks that equipment functions properly, and stores it appropriately.
Performs EKGs and Point-of-Care tests, which may include blood glucose, hemoccult, and specific gravity testing.
Runs special errands and responds to light calls.
Keeps patient rooms, nursing areas, and supply carts stocked with required items and maintains supply and equipment par levels.
Notifies the supervisor when supply reorder points are reached.
Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles across the life span of the assigned patient population.
Assesses and interprets age-specific patient data and provides appropriate age-specific treatment and direct care.
Maintains established policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
Provides outstanding service, fosters teamwork, and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.