About the role#
As a Nurse Extern at UVA Health, you will work in an inpatient or outpatient setting under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role is designed for nursing students entering their final year. You will gain hands-on experience by performing patient care and administrative tasks that support recovery and clinic operations.
What you'll do#
- Perform patient care and administrative support functions as delegated by an RN.
- Assist patients with personal care to aid in their recovery.
- Ensure the delivery of safe care and maintain a secure environment for patients.
- Partner with patients and their families to address concerns.
- Collaborate with physicians and team members to improve care processes.
- Provide timely progress updates and help coordinate patient care.
- Assist with departmental meetings and maintain daily operations.
- Support a workplace environment that respects differences and promotes professional accountability.
- Ensure all care meets Joint Commission and regulatory requirements.
What you'll need#
- You must be a nursing student entering your last year of school.
- Graduation date must be between December 2027 and May 2028.
- BSN students must have completed their 3rd year.
- ASN students must have completed their 1st year.
Location & details#
- Location: Culpeper, Virginia.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 14 to August 7).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week (36 to 40 hours total), including rotating weekends.
- Compensation: $17.28 per hour.
About UVA Health
UVA Health is an academic health system based in Charlottesville, Virginia. Founded in 1819, the organization operates four hospitals and includes the UVA School of Medicine and the UVA School of Nursing. It maintains over 1,000 inpatient beds and supports more than 1 million outpatient encounters each year. The system employs over 1,000 physicians and researchers across various clinical and research departments.
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