PRN Nurse Extern - Growth, Learning, Flexible Shifts

Tyler Regional Hospital; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

UT Health Tyler in Tyler, TX is seeking a Nurse Extern for a variable shift, PRN position. You will be enrolled in an accredited nursing program and work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to perform basic patient care and support duties on acute care units.

The role emphasizes learning and patient safety, with mandatory BLS within 14 days of hire and continuing academic standing requirements to complete the program within 24 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; must be enrolled in an Accredited Nursing Program with anticipated completion within 24 months from hire.
• In academic good standing in your Accredited Nursing Program REQUIRED.
• Medical Technology; Anatomy and Physiology.
• Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in a professional nursing program.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing functions as authorized under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Performs basic nursing tasks to include patient care, reporting patient conditions, circumstances, and maintaining equipment and unit cleanliness.
• The nurse extern must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Enrolled in Accredited Nursing Program

Medical Technology; Anatomy and Physiology

Job description

UT Health Tyler in Tyler, TX is seeking a Nurse Extern for a variable shift, PRN position. You will be enrolled in an accredited nursing program and work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to perform basic patient care and support duties on acute care units.

The role emphasizes learning and patient safety, with mandatory BLS within 14 days of hire and continuing academic standing requirements to complete the program within 24 months of hire.