Nurse Extern-Med/Tele

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 as needed for recovery, performs basic nursing skills delegated by an RN and in accordance with policies and procedures, supports safe care delivery, and maintains required skills and competencies.

This is an eight-week program beginning June 14, 2027, and ending August 7, 2027. Following orientation, the schedule is 36–40 hours per week across three 12-hour shifts. The position is scheduled for nights, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotating weekends. The base compensation is $17.28 per hour; applicable shift differentials and other incentives are not included in that rate.

Applicants must be nursing students entering their final year, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028. BSN students must have completed their third year, and ASN students must have completed their first year. Externs may remain employed until graduation. After graduation and board completion, they must apply for an open position and complete the hiring process to continue employment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a student nurse and 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.
• No prior experience required.
• Perform duties under the supervision of a UVA Community Health Registered Nurse.
• Meet and maintain required certifications and licenses, as applicable.
• Physical ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend or stoop, and perform repetitive body movements; lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• 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.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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