Student Nurse Extern: Hands-On Bedside Experience

1000 Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is offering a Student Nurse Extern (SNE) program for current nursing students to gain bedside experience while pursuing an RN degree.

The role provides foundational clinical skills and direct supervision by a Registered Nurse Manager, with exposure to typical patient care tasks in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and collaboration with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Must be a current nursing student with at least one clinical completed by start date.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited RN program (associates/baccalaureate/master’s).
• BLS/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under supervision of RN.
• Assist with hygiene, nutrition, mobility and comfort needs.
• Perform age-appropriate care and protect patient rights and dignity.
• Participate in hourly patient rounds and respond to call lights.
• Assist with transport of supplies, meds, and equipment.
• Maintain infection control practices and proper PPE usage.
• Communicate clearly with patients and health care team.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One clinical rotation completed in an accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is offering a Student Nurse Extern (SNE) program for current nursing students to gain bedside experience while pursuing an RN degree.

The role provides foundational clinical skills and direct supervision by a Registered Nurse Manager, with exposure to typical patient care tasks in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and collaboration with the health care team.