Nurse Extern Student Nurse

Lee's Summit Medical Center; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) Plan with employer match

Tuition assistance

Wellbeing support

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Lee's Summit, MO is seeking a compassionate Nurse Extern to support patient care. In this role, you'll assist with daily living activities, support mobility, and perform basic nursing tasks as you gain experience. Candidates should be high school graduates, enrolled in an RN program, with Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required within 30 days. Comprehensive benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and education support.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment.
• Enrolled in RN program, active and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential care for patients and assist with daily living activities.
• Perform basic nursing tasks like wound care and vital sign checks.
• Document care accurately and communicate updates to the nursing team.
• Assist patients and families in understanding care plans and health recovery.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Compassionate care

Communication

Mobility support

Education

High School Graduate / GED

Completion of Nursing Fundamentals

Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Nurse Extern Float Pool today with Lee's Summit Medical Center.

Job Summary

As a Nurse Extern, you’ll be a valued part of the nursing team, gaining hands‑on experience as you explore the full scope of the Registered Nurse role. You’ll help deliver safe, compassionate care that improves patients’ lives while building the skills and confidence to take on more advanced responsibilities as you progress through your nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Providing essential care for patients by helping with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), 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 and grow in your competency
• Documenting care accurately and communicating timely updates with the nursing team to keep patient care seamless and coordinated
• Helping patients and families understand their care plans and offering guidance for their health and recovery
• Keeping patient areas clean and safe by following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and maintaining an organized environment
• Championing your growth and enhancing patient care by engaging in learning opportunities, sharing ideas to improve care, and partnering with your supervisor or preceptor to build your personal career development plan

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• High School Graduate / GED
• Enrolled in an RN program, active and in good standing, completion of Nursing Fundamentals required by start date

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.