Nurse Extern

McLeod Health; Little River, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

McLeod Health in Little River, SC is seeking a Nurse Extern for a part-time on-site role. The position supports nursing staff with basic patient care tasks and learning opportunities within a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate has completed one nursing program semester and holds Basic Life Support certification, aiming to gain hands-on experience in assessment, care planning, and teamwork within a dynamic interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Completed one semester of Nursing Program.
• Basic Life Support.
• Part-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and assists with assessment and care of the specified age group.
• Maintains hygiene and cleanliness of patients and the unit.
• Stores and handles medications safely.
• Performs hourly rounds following Service Excellence Standards.
• Promotes patient comfort and safety for patients and visitors.
• Collects and records patient data during direct care tasks.
• Assists with transportation and courier duties as directed.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Little River, SC, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Position: SM1621831794 Job: 60631794 - Nurse Extern

Description:

Responsibilities:

Recognizes the normal signs (growth and development of aging) of the patient population indicated above and understands the requirements of assessment, treatment, and care of the specific age group(s).

Initiates and maintains the hygiene/ cleanliness of the patients, the patient's environment, and the unit environment.

Understands and recognizes appropriate storage and safety of medications (such as large volume IV's, alcohol, saline, medications in prepackaged kits).

Using Service Excellence Standards conducts Hourly Rounds.

Promotes and fosters an environment of comfort and safety for patients and visitors.

Performs or assists with performing nutritional/ hydration interventions (feeding, providing fluids, H20 or snacks).

Identifies and communicates appropriate patient data to members of the interdisciplinary team.

Collects and records patient related data through the performance of direct care tasks.

Demonstrates continued professional growth through setting goals and participating in Evidence Based tasks.

Utilizes appropriate health and safety to protect both the patient and staff.

Performs general transportation and courier duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Completed one semester of Nursing Program

Requirements:

Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Life Support

Memberships:

Occupation Risk Assessment

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area . With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds , including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About the Team

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 27352
• Posting Date 08/26/2026, 02:04 PM
• Degree Level High School Diploma/GED
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 4000 Highway 9 E, Little River, SC, 29566, US (On-site)