Mercy South - Winter Nurse Externship
About The Position
As a student in an approved registered nurse or practical nurse school of nursing, the Nurse Extern student participates in clinical work under the direction of an RN. The Nurse Extern assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness working cooperatively with others as part of the healthcare team and performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks within the nurse extern scope. This paid externship gives you the opportunity to work approximately 36 hours per week, rotating through a variety of units while learning directly at the elbow of a Mercy nurse. At the conclusion of the Externship, you may have the opportunity to convert to a PRN Nurse Technician position. Participating in a Mercy Externship will help you: Deepen your understanding of the nursing role within an acute care setting Build confidence in delivering both direct and indirect patient care Enhance your clinical skills through dedicated preceptor time. You’ll gain meaningful exposure to diverse patient populations, strengthen your critical-thinking skills, and work closely with experienced nurses who are committed to supporting your learning and growth.
Requirements
- Student in an approved registered nurse or practical nurse school of nursing
- Completed at least 2 semesters of nursing school by the start of the externship
- Completed a minimum of one round of clinicals by the start of the externship
Responsibilities
- Participates in clinical work under the direction of an RN.
- Assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness.
- Works cooperatively with others as part of the healthcare team.
- Performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks within the nurse extern scope.
- IV therapy
- Foley care
- NG tube care and tube feeding
- Ostomy care
- Point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, and specimen collection
- Simple dressing changes
- Head-to-toe assessments
- Trach care
Benefits
- medical coverage
- dental coverage
- vision coverage
- paid time off
- tuition support
- matched retirement plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
