Nurse Extern-OR

UVA Health • Culpeper, VA

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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 to support recovery, performs basic nursing skills delegated by an RN and in accordance with policies and procedures, helps maintain a safe environment and safe delivery of care, and maintains necessary skills and competencies.

This eight-week program runs from June 14, 2027, through August 7, 2027. Following orientation, the schedule is 40 hours per week, with four 10-hour shifts. 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.

Applicants must be nursing students entering their final year, with expected graduation between December 2027 and May 2028. BSN students must have completed their third year; ASN students must have completed their first year. No prior experience is required. The position pays a base rate of $17.28 per hour; applicable incentive compensation, such as shift differentials, is not included in that rate.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in nursing school and entering the final year, 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.
• Experience: None.
• No additional required skills or requirements are listed.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient-care and administrative support functions under the supervision of a UVA Community Health RN.
• 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 provide a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Maintain necessary skills and competencies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed