Nurse Extern: Hands-On Rehab Care & Growth Path

Encompass Health; Augusta (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock purchase program

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health in Augusta, AR invites motivated nursing students to join as a Nurse Extern. You will support the rehabilitation team, assist with daily activities, and learn in a high‑support environment with advanced resources.

This role emphasizes hands-on patient care, documentation in the electronic medical record, and collaboration with nurses and therapists. Part-time or full-time enrollment is accepted, with tuition reimbursement and benefits available.

Qualifications

• BLS (CPR) required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Part-time or full-time active student status.
• Successful completion of the first term of nursing courses of a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
• Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
• Initial term including didactic/skills lab must include fundamentals of nursing or course equivalent.
• Return of one or two instructor evaluations indicating satisfactory performance of fundamental nursing skills.
• Successful completion of preceptor tool and core competency at 90 days and annually.
• Must present proof of continued enrollment and passing grade in nursing classes each semester until graduation and remain in good academic standing.
• One year experience in inpatient clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities as delegated by the rehabilitation team.
• Communicates patient concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation nurses or therapists.Documents appropriate patient information in their medical records.
• Obtains vital signs and records in the electronic medical record.
• Performs special procedures including the collection of urine, stool, and sputum.
• Reviews treatments/ADLs/hygiene with patients and families.
• Assists patients with feeding and attends Therapeutic Dining Group as indicated.
• Assists patients with body mechanics.
• Helps maintain clean and healthy environment for the patient
• Assists with equipment care.

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

Documentation

Education

Enrolled in RN/LPN program

Tools

EMR

Job description

Encompass Health in Augusta, AR invites motivated nursing students to join as a Nurse Extern. You will support the rehabilitation team, assist with daily activities, and learn in a high‑support environment with advanced resources.

This role emphasizes hands-on patient care, documentation in the electronic medical record, and collaboration with nurses and therapists. Part-time or full-time enrollment is accepted, with tuition reimbursement and benefits available.