Nursing Student Summer Externship - Apply Here for RN Hospital Case Management

Geisinger • Danville, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger’s Nurse Extern Program is a paid educational and clinical work experience for nursing students entering their senior year. This 10-week opportunity is associated with Hospital Case Management in Care Coordination at Geisinger Medical Center. Externs shadow experienced RN Case Managers and gain exposure to discharge planning, care coordination, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary teamwork, while also assisting with patient care under the immediate supervision of an RN preceptor. The program is typically 40 hours per week and runs June 6 through August 14, 2027. Mandatory orientation is June 1 through June 4, 2027. The role is based in a clinical environment and includes three expanded observational experiences. Externs do not perform procedures requiring state licensure.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program and entering the senior year.
• Expected to graduate in December 2027 or May 2028.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Resume must be attached with the application.
• Communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Attend mandatory orientation June 1 through June 4, 2027.
• Must not perform procedures requiring state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under the immediate supervision of a registered nurse preceptor and as assigned by the nurse in charge.
• Function as a member of the nursing team.
• Identify, observe, report, and document the social and psychological needs of patients and families.
• Identify, observe, and document patients’ physical needs according to standards.
• Report changes in a patient’s condition to the registered nurse.
• Obtain and maintain specimen integrity in accordance with policy and procedure and physician orders.
• Monitor blood glucose, urine, stool, and sputum.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Assist with patient transfers and transportation as needed.
• Participate in three expanded observational experiences during the 10-week program.
• Participate actively in patient safety improvement and management programs.
• Identify processes or systems that could potentially lead to errors and adverse events.
• Participate in required organizational and departmental patient safety education and improvement activities.
• Promptly report serious events and incidents in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
• Work alongside experienced nurses in outpatient ambulatory settings, assist with patient care, and learn clinical operations.
• Shadow experienced RN Case Managers and gain exposure to discharge planning, care coordination, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Benefits

• Paid opportunity.
• Professional mentorship.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision and dental coverage and coverage for domestic partners.
• Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED