Nurse Extern II: Multi-Unit: Fall 2026 Grads

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care is looking for Nurse Extern II positions available for Fall 2026 Graduates in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role offers a multi-unit rotation program with the opportunity to work across 4 Specialty Med/Surg units over 15 weeks.

Candidates will transition from a Nurse Extern II to an RN role, needing one 8-hour shift per week. Important qualifications include current enrollment in an accredited nursing program and completion of Med/Surg and pharmacology courses.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a nursing program or recent graduate.
• Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Course that includes pharmacological concepts.
• Good interpersonal skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Complete activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Collaborate with RN to establish care plans.
• Evaluate patient responses to interventions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt to interruptions

Clinical judgment

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Nursing

Job description

Nurse Extern II positions available for Fall 2026 Graduates!

Jump start your nursing career in a Nurse Extern II role with the Multi-unit rotation program at West Allis Medical Center. The Nurse Extern II will have the opportunity to work on 4 Specialty Med/Surg units over 15 weeks. At completion of the program, candidate and unit managers discuss potential for offer. The Nurse Extern candidate will determine which offer best aligns with their career goals for longevity in that specialty unit. Transition seamlessly from a Nurse Extern II into a RN role. One 8 hour shift per week required, Med/Surg and pharmacology course completion required.

Major Responsibilities

• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, completes activities of daily living, vital sign completion and blood glucose monitoring.
• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse in establishing a plan of care based upon an analysis of health, education and developmental needs and patient/family preferences.
• Under the observation of the Registered Nurse, evaluates patient response to interventions and effectively communicates observations and patient needs to the Registered Nurse.
• Develops delegation skills appropriate to Health Unit Coordinators, Nursing Assistants and technical roles on unit.
• Administers medication as delegated by the Registered Nurse. The level of clinical judgment and proficiency of skill must be evaluated prior to medication administration.
• Manages an increased number of patients and incorporates principles of time management into shift routine.
• Demonstrates an ability to collect and synthesize relevant patient data accurately identifying patient status and needs.
• In emergency situations and under appropriate supervision of a Registered Nurse, participates in activities they have demonstrated knowledge and skill in.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• None Required.

Education Required

• Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Nursing.

Experience Required

• No experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Current enrollment (in final year) or graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Successful completion of a Medical Surgical Course that includes pharmacological concepts.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to interruptions and changing priorities/workload necessary.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
• Must be able to:
  • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
  • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
  • carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
  • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
  • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Must have functional vision and hearing.
• Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.