Student Nurse Extern I - Hands-On Clinical Learning

Gamma Phi Omega International; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care System in Chapel Hill is seeking a Student Nurse Extern I for May 24 – July 31, 2027 to work with an RN partner in the Family Medicine unit. The extern will assist with admissions, care planning, vital signs, and routine activities under supervision, gaining hands-on experience toward licensure.

This temporary, full-time role focuses on safety, patient education, teamwork, and professional growth in a hospital setting with a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Fluent in verbal and written English language.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and order entry.
• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs as part of patient handling.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Observes, collects, and documents patient information and reports changes to a nurse.
• Assists admissions, orientation, and discharge for patients.
• Provides care activities including vital signs, measurements, wound care, and ADL assistance.
• Supports providers during examinations and routine procedures.

Skills

Fluent English

Computer skills

Lifting 40-50 lbs

CPR

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

UNC Health Care System in Chapel Hill is seeking a Student Nurse Extern I for May 24 – July 31, 2027 to work with an RN partner in the Family Medicine unit. The extern will assist with admissions, care planning, vital signs, and routine activities under supervision, gaining hands-on experience toward licensure.

This temporary, full-time role focuses on safety, patient education, teamwork, and professional growth in a hospital setting with a rotating schedule.