Nursing NA II Extern Program, Summer 2027 (May 31 - July 31)

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid employment

Mentorship

Educational sessions

Shadowing opportunities

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist invites senior nursing students to apply for a nine-week Nurse Externship. This paid program provides hands-on experience in a clinical area under a registered nurse preceptor, preparing you for licensure as an RN.

Applicants should be in their final year of ADN or BSN, with BLS certification, and available to work 40 hours per week across a rotating schedule. Deadline: November 6, 2026.

Qualifications

• Senior nursing student entering final year with anticipated graduation Dec 2027 or May 2028.
• Enrolled in ADN or BSN program.
• BLS certification required (AHA BLS or Red Cross).
• Available to work continuous 40 hours per week for the duration of the extern program.

Responsibilities

• Participates in nursing process by providing direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, discharges, and pre/post-procedure care.
• Performs assigned clinical procedures under supervision.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment and clear communication of patient information.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Professionalism

Job description

Program Overview

The Nurse Summer Externship Program at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist offers a nine-week paid opportunity for senior nursing students to gain valuable hands-on experience while working alongside our experienced teams across the Wake area. This program serves as a significant stepping stone, helping senior nursing students enhance their clinical expertise as they prepare for the transition to become licensed Registered Nurses.

Program Dates

May 31, 2027 - July 31, 2027

Application deadline

November 6, 2026

Eligibility Requirements

• Nursing students who will be entering their final year of nursing school at the start of the program with anticipated graduation December 2027 or May 2028
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
• Scheduled to complete Med/Surg clinical by Spring 2027
• Must possess current Basic Cardiac Life Support AHA (BCLS) or American Red Cross BLS certification
• Must be available to work continuous 40 hours per week for the duration of the Nurse Extern Summer Program.
• Must be available to participate in three 12-hour clinical shifts per week, in addition to scheduled specialty education sessions and/or clinical observation experiences.
• Must maintain scheduling flexibility, including availability for rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, based on departmental and program needs.

Program Benefits

• Paid employment
• Strengthen clinical competence, build confidence, and develop professional skills through hands-on experience within a large academic learning health system.
• Partner with a Registered Nurse preceptor who provides clinical guidance, mentorship, and support within the assigned clinical area
• Educational sessions covering simulation and didactic elements, focused on the latest practices in nursing specialties
• Specialty educational sessions that integrate simulation and didactic learning, with a focus on current practices across a variety of nursing specialties.
• Shadowing opportunities in clinical areas of interest
• Opportunity for continued PRN employment as an NA II upon completion of the Extern Program

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, And/or REGISTRATION

• Must be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry (NA I) by April 16, 2027
• Must be listed as a Nurse Aide II (NA II) with the North Carolina Board of Nursing by May 14, 2027
• Must possess a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or American Red Cross BLS certification by May 14, 2027

Essential Functions

• Participates in the implementation of the nursing process by providing direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, discharges, and pre- and post-procedure care.
• Performs assigned clinical procedures under appropriate supervision.
• Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, teammates, and visitors.
• Ensures accurate, timely, and effective communication of patient information.
• Provides age-appropriate care consistent with organizational and unit-based standards.

Skills/Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changing patient care needs.
• Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and continuous learning.