Nurse Extern Program
About The Position
The Nurse Extern Program provides expanded clinical experience for nursing students pursuing a professional nursing degree while supporting Registered Nursing staff through direct patient care activities. Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern participates in patient care planning, implementation, observation, and evaluation while developing clinical knowledge and skills in a healthcare setting. The Nurse Extern reports significant patient observations and changes in condition to the supervising Registered Nurse and works within the scope of the Nurse Extern role. Nurse Extern I is intended for students currently enrolled in an accredited ADN, BSN, or MSN program who have successfully completed a Nursing Fundamentals course and their first clinical rotation, and who have demonstrated basic nursing knowledge and clinical competency. Nurse Extern I team members provide fundamental patient care while gaining exposure to varied clinical situations under direct Registered Nurse supervision. Nurse Extern II is intended for students currently enrolled in an accredited ADN, BSN, or MSN nursing program who are within six months of graduation. Nurse Extern II team members are expected to demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge and increased independence in patient care activities appropriate to their educational preparation, while continuing to work under Registered Nurse supervision.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; certification must be obtained within seven days of hire.
- Basic knowledge of nursing principles and patient care practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
- Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and safety.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- For Nurse Extern I: successful completion of a Nursing Fundamentals course and first clinical rotation, and demonstrated basic nursing knowledge and clinical competency.
- For Nurse Extern II: current enrollment in an accredited ADN, BSN, or MSN nursing program and within six months of graduation.
Responsibilities
- Accurately check patient blood glucose levels, document results as ordered, and immediately report abnormal values to the assigned nurse.
- Obtain and document vital signs appropriate to the patient's age, condition, and plan of care.
- Promptly report abnormal findings to the attending nurse or charge nurse.
- Participate in patient care planning and implementation under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Observe, report, and document changes in patient condition.
- Assist with activities of daily living and other assigned patient care needs.
- Coordinate care activities with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Respond appropriately during emergency situations, including codes, patient falls, and rapid response events, in accordance with organizational policy and level of training.
- Maintain patient safety, confidentiality, and quality standards.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
