Nurse Extern-Med/Tele

UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper • 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 during hospitalization, performs basic nursing skills delegated by an RN and in accordance with policies and procedures, promotes patient health and wellness, helps maintain a safe care environment, and maintains necessary skills and competencies.

This is an eight-week program running June 14, 2027, through August 7, 2027. Following orientation, the schedule is 36–40 hours per week over three 12-hour shifts. The position is for nursing students entering their final year, with graduation expected 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 to continue employment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a nursing student entering the final year, with graduation between December 2027 and May 2028.
• BSN students must have completed their third year; ASN students must have completed their first year.
• Must meet and maintain required certifications and licenses.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care as needed for optimal 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 with team members to develop or improve processes that support a remarkable patient experience and improved patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians and other team members on processes surrounding patient care.
• Coordinate patient care through delegation, problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Partner with patients and families to resolve concerns related to healthcare delivery.
• Communicate progress updates and other information to team members in a timely manner.
• Meet and maintain required certifications and licenses.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed