About the role#
This Nurse Extern position at UVA Health in Haymarket, Virginia, is a paid summer program for nursing students. You will work in a Med/Surg setting, assisting with patient care and administrative tasks under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role is a full-time, 8-week commitment running from June 14, 2027, through August 7, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Perform patient care functions and basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN.
- Assist patients with personal care to support their recovery.
- Provide administrative support and ensure a safe environment for care delivery.
- Work with your team to improve processes and patient outcomes.
- Communicate consistently with team members, patients, and families to resolve concerns.
- Assist with departmental meetings and maintain required clinical competencies.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a nursing program.
- BSN students must have completed their 3rd year, or ASN students must have completed their 1st year.
- You must be entering your last year of nursing school with a graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
Location & details#
- Location: Haymarket, Virginia.
- Schedule: 36-40 hours per week, consisting of three 12-hour shifts. You must be flexible to work either day or night shifts to match your assigned preceptor.
- 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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