Nurse Extern- Emergency Department

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

6d•$17

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, helps promote patient health and wellness, 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 36–40 hours per week across three 12-hour shifts. Externs must be flexible to work day or night shifts to match their preceptor’s schedule. The position is open to eligible nursing students graduating 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. The role is classified as non-exempt. The base compensation is $17.28 per hour; this rate does not include any applicable incentive compensation, such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, or other incentives available to eligible positions.

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.
Must be flexible to work day or night shifts to match the assigned preceptor’s schedule.
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend or stoop, and perform repetitive body movements.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with personal care as needed to support optimal recovery during hospitalization.
Perform basic nursing skills delegated by an RN and in accordance with policies and procedures.
Help promote patient health and wellness.
Provide for 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.
Coordinate patient care through delegation, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
Communicate timely progress updates to team members.
Partner with patients and families to resolve concerns related to health care delivery.
Support care consistent with The Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements.
Perform additional duties as assigned.