Nurse Extern: Hands-On RN Prep for Students

Research Medical Center; Aulne (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Fertility support

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Midwest Hospitals is seeking motivated students for a Nurse Extern position while pursuing their RN degree. This on-site opportunity places you with a nursing team to gain hands-on experience in the Registered Nurse role, delivering compassionate care and building confidence for advanced responsibilities.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, support wound and catheter care, document care, and learn under a preceptor.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in RN nursing program; nursing fundamentals completed by start date.
• BCLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Providing essential care for patients by assisting with ADLs, checking vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring comfort and hygiene.
• Performing nursing tasks like wound care, catheter care, collecting specimens, and other basic procedures as you gain experience.
• Documenting care accurately and communicating timely updates with the nursing team to keep patient care seamless.
• Helping patients and families understand their care plans and providing guidance for their health and recovery.
• Maintaining clean and safe patient areas following infection prevention practices and proper equipment handling.
• Engaging in learning opportunities and collaborating with your supervisor to build your personal career development plan.

Education

Nursing program enrollment (RN)

Nursing fundamentals completed

Tools

BCLS

Job description

HCA Midwest Hospitals is seeking motivated students for a Nurse Extern position while pursuing their RN degree. This on-site opportunity places you with a nursing team to gain hands-on experience in the Registered Nurse role, delivering compassionate care and building confidence for advanced responsibilities.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, support wound and catheter care, document care, and learn under a preceptor.