About the role#
WellSpan Health offers a paid Nurse Externship during the winter break for the Emergency Department and Med/Surg Units at Gettysburg Hospital. This role provides at least 48 hours of clinical experience under the guidance of an experienced RN preceptor. You will work full-time or part-time hours with varied shifts.
What you'll do#
- Provide general nursing and personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and positioning patients.
- Monitor patient conditions and report any changes to the appropriate staff.
- Obtain and document patient vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse, and pain levels.
- Assist with patient preparation and transportation for tests or procedures.
- Perform selected clinical procedures once competency is demonstrated through a formal Nurse Extern Program.
- Conduct EKGs and point-of-care testing, including blood glucose and hemoccult tests.
- Maintain par levels of supplies and equipment on assigned units and ensure rooms are properly stocked.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment in an approved Nursing program with at least two completed clinical semesters.
- Completion of a medical-surgical clinical rotation.
- Basic Life Support certification upon hire.
- Completion of a formal Nurse Extern Program upon hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
About WellSpan Health
WellSpan Health is a nonprofit healthcare system based in York, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1880, it operates nine hospitals and over 250 locations across central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. The organization employs more than 11,500 people and provides services ranging from primary care to specialized treatments in orthopedics, cancer care, and behavioral health. It functions as an integrated delivery system focused on value-based care.
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