2027 Summer Nurse Externship

The Valley Hospital • Paramus, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Extern assists professional staff with direct and indirect patient care, materials management, and maintenance as directed and in accordance with approved policies and procedures. The program provides clinical experience, educational workshops, and exposure to nursing specialties.

Student Nurse Externs are assigned to one unit for the full eight-week program. Unit preferences will be considered but cannot be guaranteed; assignments are shared shortly before the program begins. Externs may also have opportunities to observe other units. Assignments may be inpatient or outpatient.

The program is scheduled to begin in late May 2027 and conclude in late July. Schedules vary by unit and may consist of 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts. Weekend shifts may be required depending on the unit. Vacation time is not permitted during the eight-week program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program and completing the junior year by May 2027, or have completed at least one direct patient care clinical rotation.
• Satisfactory completion of at least one clinical nursing course.
• No previous experience required.
• Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
• Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to emergency requests.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Must be an external candidate; this position is currently available only to external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional staff with direct and indirect patient care as directed and according to approved policies and procedures.
• Assist with materials management and maintenance as directed by professional staff.
• Participate in clinical experiences, educational workshops, and exposure to nursing specialties.
• Work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team, staff, and co-workers.
• Help meet the patient care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Benefits

• Medical/prescription, dental, and vision discount program (full-time/part-time employees).
• Group term life insurance and AD&D (full-time employees).
• Flexible spending accounts and commuter benefit plans.
• Supplemental voluntary benefits, such as short-term and long-term disability, whole life insurance, and legal support.
• Six paid holidays.
• Paid time off (varies).
• Wellness time off.
• Extended illness benefits.
• Retirement plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center membership discount.
• Daycare discounts at various facilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED