Nurse Extern- OR

UVA Health; Manassas (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Community Health in the United States offers a Nurse Extern- Operating Room program for nursing students in their final year. This 8-week internship provides hands-on experience in an OR within UVA Health’s system.

The schedule is 36–40 hours per week, three 12-hour shifts, with day or night options to match the preceptor. Compensation starts at $17.28 per hour, nonexempt, with opportunity for future positions after graduation.

Qualifications

• Must be a nursing student entering last year with graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Students may remain employed as a Nurse Extern until graduation completion.
• No prior nursing externship required; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with basic nursing tasks under RN supervision.
• Perform basic nursing skills as delegated.
• Maintain a safe care environment.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Contribute to maintaining competencies.

Skills

Nursing student

Team collaboration

Patient care

Adaptability

Education

Nursing student (BSN/ASN)

Job description

Nurse Extern- Operating Room

Job Code: NU1060

ABOUT US

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Requirements

Must be a nursing student entering their last year of nursing school with a graduation date between December 2027- May 2028.

Important Dates

Application Submission: Opens November1st 2026 Closes: January 15th 2027

Program Duration: 8 Weeks, Beginning June 14th 2027, Ending August 7st 2027

Schedule

• 36-40 hours, three, 12-hour shifts a week following orientation.
• Candidates must have the flexibility to work either day or night shifts to match the schedule of the preceptor they are paired with.

Compensation

$17.28

The base compensation for this role is $17.28 Hourly

Please note that the pay rate does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of a UVA Community Health Registered Nurse (RN) in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

• Assists patients with personal care as needed for optimal recovery during hospitalization.
• Performs basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedures to promote patient health and wellness.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support functions.
• Maintains necessary skills and competencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Currently enrolled student nurses who graduate December of 2027-May 2028. BSN students who have completed their 3rd year; ASN students who have completed their 1st year.

Students may remain employed as a Nurse Extern until graduation completion. Following graduation and board completion they will need to apply for open positions and continue through the hiring process.

Experience:

None Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure:

N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

N/A

Competencies:

• Patient Care:Works with team members to develop or improve processes to assure a remarkable patient experience.
  • Creates and maintains a healthy work environment that results in improved patient outcomes, retention, and organizational excellence.
  • Collaborates with physicians to develop or improve processes surrounding care of patients.
  • Coordinates the provision of patient care through delegation, problem solving, time management and organizational skills.
• Quality:Works in partnership with leaders to create, support, and maintain a culture of professional accountability.
  • Partners with family and patients to resolve concerns related to the delivery of health care.
  • Assures that team members provide care that is consistent with The Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements.
• Communication:Ensures timely and consistent communication to provide exemplary care.
  • Provides progress updates to team members in a timely manner.
  • Utilizes communication methods and tools to deliver information that improves quality of personal and organizational decisions.
  • Collaborates with physicians to develop or improve processes surrounding care of patients.
  • Assists with conducting departmental meetings.
  • Creates an environment that supports and respects differences and belonging.
  • Coaches and mentors the team in order to achieve goals.
• Medical Knowledge:Demonstrates core knowledge of biomedical and clinical sciences and the application of this knowledge to patient care.
  • Meets and maintains required certifications and licenses.
  • Monitors operations on a daily basis and provides guidance to the nursing team.
  • Develops and implements plan for self-development and succession planning.
• The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code:

Sedentary to Light Physical Demand: The job requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs. occasionally. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention:
• On call responsibilities as directed:
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed:
• Yes
• No