The goal of the Student Nurse Externship experience is to provide pre-licensed nursing students with immersive experience to enhance their foundational nursing education and role socialization within a clinical setting. This position is intended for nursing students enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing to function as a member of the patient care team. The Student Nurse Extern will spend time working alongside ancillary staff and departments to gain a better perspective of the entire surgical services department. This position provides the student with the opportunity to work with RNs in a variety of healthcare settings, earning valuable experience that will enhance nursing knowledge and prepare the incumbent for a profession as a registered nurse. The Student Nurse Extern will work under the direct supervision of an assigned RN partner, working as a partner-in-practice within the scope of practice of a Nursing Assistant I. Provides routine direct and indirect patient care in a hospital setting.
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Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees