Student Nurse Extern RN - Nursing Float Pool

Resurrection Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center is seeking a Student Extern to join the Nursing Float Pool. The extern works under the supervision of an RN and performs direct patient care within established protocols, starting as a nursing assistant and advancing as cleared by supervision.

Requirements include completing the first semester of a nursing program, maintaining good academic standing, and possessing current BLS certification. Per Diem employment supports flexible day shifts and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Successful completion of the first semester of a nursing program.
• Must be in good academic standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Function as nursing assistant before advancing to higher skill levels.

Skills

BLS Certification

Nursing Assistant preferred

Education

First semester nursing program

Good academic standing

Job description

Overview

Department: Nursing Float Pool

Schedule: Per Diem, PRN Day Shift/ Rotating Weekends

Hospital: Resurrection Medical Center

Location: Chicago, IL 60631

• At Resurrection Medical Center, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a community where excellence is respected and encouraged.




• Join a team dedicated to high‑quality, compassionate, patient‑centered care for Chicago’s diverse communities. Your work makes a difference—every shift, every patient.

  
  

  Interview Process:

Interview Process:

• Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds


• One interview with quick decision‑making


• Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability


• Prompt follow‑up so you’re never left waiting


• Transparent communication every step of the way


• Apply, interview, and receive an offer quickly

Responsibilities

The Student Extern is an adjunct to the patient care team. The extern performs at the level that has successfully been completed and passed in the clinical section at a local college. Under the general supervision of an RN the extern provides direct patient care in accordance with the established protocols, the skills they are able to perform are expanded. All newly hired externs will first function in the capacity of a nursing assistant, regardless of their nursing program clinical level. When the student has been cleared by the Supervisor, they may be moved to their appropriate skill level.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. 1. Successfully completed the first semester of a nursing program


2. 2. Must be in good and academic standing


3. 3. Current Basic Life Support Certification


4. 4. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Pay Transparency

Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $21.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf