Student Nurse Extern I — Geriatric Care Immersion

UNC Health; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in Chapel Hill is seeking a Student Nurse Extern I (SNE I) to join the patient care team under an RN partner. The externship runs May 24–July 31, 2027 and provides an immersive prelicensure nursing experience with didactic and hands-on clinical learning in a geriatric-focused unit.

The role emphasizes supervised nursing activities within the Nursing Assistant I scope, with opportunities to learn care delivery, patient safety, and collaborative practice in a hospital/clinic setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED completed.
• Current enrollment in an accredited prelicensure nursing program with anticipated graduation within 12 months from start date.

Responsibilities

• Observes, collects, and documents patient information.
• Assists patients and families during admission, orientation, and discharge.
• Provides direct and indirect patient care within nursing assistant scope under RN supervision.
• Supports learning experiences and demonstrates nursing care activities as assigned.
• Aids in routine examinations and procedures and procures equipment during emergencies.

Skills

Fluent in English

Organize and prioritize

Basic computer skills

Lift 40-50 lbs

Frequent standing/walking

CPR/First aid ability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Prelicensure nursing program in progress

Job description

UNC Health in Chapel Hill is seeking a Student Nurse Extern I (SNE I) to join the patient care team under an RN partner. The externship runs May 24–July 31, 2027 and provides an immersive prelicensure nursing experience with didactic and hands-on clinical learning in a geriatric-focused unit.

The role emphasizes supervised nursing activities within the Nursing Assistant I scope, with opportunities to learn care delivery, patient safety, and collaborative practice in a hospital/clinic setting.