Nurse Extern: Hands-On Training & Growth Path

HCA Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time off programs

401(k) match

Education support

Additional benefits

Job summary

Methodist Healthcare, part of HCA Healthcare, is offering a Nurse Extern Resource Team PRN position to gain hands-on experience in the RN role while in nursing school. You will support the nursing team with essential care, learn to perform routine tasks, and contribute to safe, compassionate patient care.

You will work with supervising staff, participate in learning opportunities, and build your personal career development plan as you progress toward RN responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program in good standing.
• Completion of Nursing Fundamentals courses is required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs, monitor vital signs, aid mobility, and ensure patient comfort and hygiene.
• Perform basic nursing tasks such as wound care, catheter care, specimen collection, and other procedures as competency grows.
• Document care accurately and communicate updates to the nursing team for coordinated patient care.
• Explain care plans to patients and families and provide guidance for recovery.
• Maintain clean, safe patient areas and adhere to infection prevention practices.

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited nursing program

Nursing Fundamentals courses completed

BLS within 30 days of hire

Job description

Methodist Healthcare, part of HCA Healthcare, is offering a Nurse Extern Resource Team PRN position to gain hands-on experience in the RN role while in nursing school. You will support the nursing team with essential care, learn to perform routine tasks, and contribute to safe, compassionate patient care.

You will work with supervising staff, participate in learning opportunities, and build your personal career development plan as you progress toward RN responsibilities.