About the role#
This Nurse Extern position in the Emergency Department offers nursing students an opportunity to gain clinical experience during the summer of 2027. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to support patient care and administrative tasks. The program lasts 8 weeks, beginning June 14, 2027, and ending August 7, 2027. You will work 36 to 40 hours per week, consisting of three 12-hour shifts. You must be flexible to work either day or night shifts to align with your assigned preceptor.
What you'll do#
- Assist patients with personal care to support their recovery.
- Perform basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN.
- Maintain a safe environment and ensure the safe delivery of care.
- Complete administrative support functions.
- Maintain necessary skills and competencies throughout the program.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a nursing student entering your last year of school.
- A graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
- Completion of the 3rd year for BSN students or the 1st year for ASN students.
- Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to write legibly.
Location & details#
- Location: Culpeper, Virginia.
- Pay: $17.28 per hour.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time (for the duration of the summer program).
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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