Nurse Externship
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA9d • Onsite
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Nurse Externship, Nursing Students graduating in December 2027 or later
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Nurse Extern Program is a paid employment opportunity for nursing students who are interested in pursuing a career in pediatrics. As a nurse extern, you will acquire essential knowledge of the highly specialized pediatric environment that will prepare you for a smooth transition to practice after nursing school. You will also gain access to invaluable benefits, including orientation shifts with an RN, shadowing opportunities, RN Mentoring check-ins and additional learning offerings. Nurse externs are hired in a variety of units and have the same job responsibilities as that of an unlicensed Patient Care Technician. We offer both part-time and PRN nurse extern positions so you can find work that fits your unique needs. Start Dates Variable options in December 2026 and January 2027 Your start date would be determined during the interview process. Please note that this Nurse Extern position is year-round. While start dates are listed for the winter, you would continue working in your role throughout the school year. You will be required to work at least 3 shifts in a 6 week period. Please consider this if you are attending a school outside of Metro Atlanta.
Requirements
- Must have successfully completed 1 semester of nursing school with 1 clinical rotation
- Must be actively enrolled in an accredited school of nursing
- Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills required
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and documentation of ongoing development and training
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) is required within 30 days of employment
Nice To Haves
- Your anticipated graduation date from nursing school is at least one year from your nurse extern program start date (December 2027 or later).
Responsibilities
- Assists in the basic delivery of patient care as assigned by licensed professional personnel using age and developmentally appropriate standards - to include vital sign assessment, patient triage, daily weights, assisting with feeds/baths/oral care, linen changes, and assisting with transports.
- Utilizes and maintains department and patient care equipment as assigned.
- Communicates information relating to patient care job activities, needs and responsibilities for the assigned shift to appropriate personnel. Utilizes effective organization and communication skills in prioritizing, delivering, and documenting patient care, and documents the tasks/procedure/care that is provided.
- Initiates and participates in continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided.
- Acts as a role model for organizational and developmental skills.
- Assists departmental leadership team in the development of other staff members.
- Accepts responsibility for own growth, development and professional conduct.
Benefits
- orientation shifts with an RN
- shadowing opportunities
- RN Mentoring check-ins
- additional learning offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Nurse Externship salary in the US is approximately $50,000 per year, with a typical range of $34,000 to $63,000.
