Nurse Extern: Med-Surg & Telemetry — Hands-On Experience

Piedmont; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Augusta, GA is offering a Nurse Extern program beginning December 14, 2026. Externs will work under an RN to gain clinical experience and learn the role of a Patient Care Tech, including time management and direct patient care during shifts.

Externs must work a minimum of two twelve-hour shifts per month (one PCT shift prior to one nurse extern shift each month). Requires enrollment in an accredited nursing program and completion of the first Med/Surg rotation; BCLS

Qualifications

• Student enrolled in an accredited nursing program with first Med/Surg rotation completed.
• No prior work experience required.
• BCLS certification is required and CI available upon hire; additional certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RNs supervision for patients from birth through the lifecycle.
• Learn and perform treatments, procedures, and use equipment appropriate to a pre-licensure nurse.

Skills

Time management

Education

Nursing student enrolled in accredited program with first Med/Surg rotation completed

Tools

BCLS - Basic Life Support

CNA/PCT certification preferred

Phlebotomy Certification preferred

ECG Certification preferred

Job description

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Augusta, GA is offering a Nurse Extern program beginning December 14, 2026. Externs will work under an RN to gain clinical experience and learn the role of a Patient Care Tech, including time management and direct patient care during shifts.

Externs must work a minimum of two twelve-hour shifts per month (one PCT shift prior to one nurse extern shift each month). Requires enrollment in an accredited nursing program and completion of the first Med/Surg rotation; BCLS