Nurse Extern- Clinical Decision Unit

UVA Health•Manassas, VA

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 extern assists patients with personal care, performs basic nursing skills delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedures, supports a safe care environment, and maintains necessary skills and competencies. This is an eight-week program running from June 14, 2027, through August 7, 2027. Following orientation, the schedule is 36–40 hours per week over three 12-hour shifts. Candidates must be flexible to work days or nights to match their preceptor’s schedule. Nurse Externs may remain employed in the role until graduation; after graduation and board completion, they must apply for open positions and continue through the hiring process. The position is intended for nursing students entering their final year, graduating between December 2027 and May 2028. The base compensation is $17.28 per hour.

Requirements

Currently enrolled as a nursing student entering the final year of nursing school, with graduation expected 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 either day or night shifts to match the preceptor’s schedule.
Ability to meet and maintain required certifications and licenses.
Physical ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend or stoop, perform repetitive body movements, and occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with personal care as needed to support 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 positive patient experience and improved patient outcomes.
Coordinate patient care through delegation, problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.
Communicate progress updates to team members in a timely manner.
Partner with patients and families to resolve concerns related to health care delivery.
Support care that complies with Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements.
Contribute to communication and collaboration with physicians and team members.
Perform additional duties as assigned.