Student Nurse Extern - Medical Stroke Telemetry

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-on-one mentorship

Biweekly education sessions

Per diem after graduation

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking nursing students graduating in 2027 for the Winter Student Nurse Extern Program at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital. Externs will care for adult patients with respiratory conditions, hypertension, kidney disease, and stroke under one-on-one mentorship and with a supportive interdisciplinary team.

The program runs December through five weeks of full-time 12-hour shifts, with no time off during the cohort and a transition to per diem employment through graduation.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in an accredited RN program
• Must be graduating from program in 2027 (May/Aug/Dec)
• BLS (CPR for Healthcare Providers) certification required by time of hire

Responsibilities

• Care for a diverse adult patient population on a 32-bed Medical Stroke Telemetry Unit
• Work full-time hours with 12-hour shifts during the Winter Cohort (about five weeks)
• Learn from an RN mentor and interdisciplinary care team with bi-weekly educational sessions

Education

RN program enrollment

Job description

About the Job

(RN) Nursing students slated to graduate in 2027 are encouraged to apply now for our Winter Student Nurse Extern Program

Medical Surgical Unit - This day-shift position will be based on our 32-bed Medical Stroke Telemetry Unit at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital. As an extern, you will care for a diverse adult patient population with respiratory conditions, hypertension, kidney disease, stroke, general and vascular surgery, among other conditions. Extern experience gained in this unit can open pathways into a variety of post-graduation specialties.

Gain valuable hands‑on experience while working alongside an experienced RN mentor and interdisciplinary care team. For at least 50% of your clinical time, you will receive one‑on‑one mentorship, coaching, and support to help build your clinical skills, critical thinking, and confidence as a future nurse.

You will also be supported by a Nursing Professional Development Specialist and participate in bi‑weekly educational sessions designed to enhance your learning experience. This is an excellent opportunity to develop meaningful connections and explore a future career on the unit of your choice.

Program Start Date:

December 7th to allow all student the opportunity to complete on-line modules; The first in‑person (Nursing Clinical Orientation) day will be December 22nd.

Program Expectations:

• During the Winter Cohort, (after completion of the clinical orientation day) externs will work full‑time hours, consisting of 12‑hour shifts, for approximately five weeks.
• Your schedule will align with your assigned nurse preceptor's schedule throughout the program.
• Due to the intensive nature of the cohort, time off is not permitted during this period.
• Please note: Nurse externs do not work on legal holidays (Christmas and New Year’s Day).

Post‑Program Commitment:

• Upon successful completion of the program, externs in good standing will be expected to continue employment in a per diem role through graduation.
• Ongoing employment as a nurse extern requires a commitment of 16 hours per pay period (biweekly).
• Flexible scheduling options are available during the academic semester, allowing you to choose between 8‑hour or 12‑hour shifts to support a healthy balance between work and school.

Pay: $20.12 per hour

Education/Training: Active enrollment in an accredited RN program; Must be graduating from your program in May/August/December 2027. Official transcripts will be required at time of hire and at the end of each semester to validate active enrollment.

License/Certification: No license is required for this position; BLS (CPR for Healthcare Providers) certification is required by time of hire.

Learn from the best. Become the best.

MedStar Health has an unwavering commitment to advance the practice of nursing and develop our future nursing professionals. As a nursing student considering where to begin your career, MedStar has it all – opportunities to jump start your career while in school, plus a New‑to‑Practice Residency program to start your nursing career off strong.

This position has a hiring range of USD $20.12 - USD $20.12 /Hr.