Student Nurse (RN) Extern Program Kennestone - 2027 Grads

1000 Wellstar Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking a Student Nurse Extern to support skilled nursing care for current nursing students. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to develop foundational clinical skills and patient-care competencies while pursuing an RN degree.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital environment, with opportunities to participate in unit-based learning and professional development activities.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least one clinical rotation in an acute care setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent; enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under RN supervision, including hygiene, nutrition, and comfort.
• Assist with vital signs, mobility, and transport as needed.
• Support patient and family education and safety.

Skills

Nursing Fundamentals

Communication

Patient Care

Teamwork

Multitasking

English Proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

RN program enrollment (Associate/Bachelor's/Master's)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) familiarity

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Various (United States of America)

This role is for 2027 graduates. Please review job requirements before applying Wellstar's Student Nurse Extern Program is the perfect opportunity for current nursing students to gain additional experience at the bedside while completing a nursing (RN) degree!

Must have completed at least one clinical before starting in the role.

Job Summary: The Student Nurse Extern (SNE) provides basic care under the direction of the registered professional nurse. The SNE role is designed to provide an experiential learning opportunity for students to evolve towards professional nursing practice through the acquisition of basic clinical skills and advancing their knowledge related to patient care. The Nurse Extern position reports directly to the Nurse Manager.

Key responsibilities of the role include safe, age appropriate and culturally competent care by performing basic patient t care functions, i.e. ambulation, vital signs, transporting supplies/equipment/patient medications and other duties deemed necessary. The SNE may perform approved advanced technical procedures consistent with their experience and training. Advanced technical procedures (phlebotomy, incentive spirometry teaching, oral suctioning, insertion, and removal of per wick and removal of foley catheter) may be provided as per facility education and training. The SNE must be able to work in a fast-paced environment which requires multi-tasking activities and ongoing communication with the registered nurse. Must be able to perform under stressful conditions with a compassionate, respectful, and helpful manner. Must be able to take direction from a variety of care providers. Must be organized with excellent communication skills. The SNE role promote a positive patient experience by partnering with the patient, family and other health care providers to provide excellence in customer service and assistance with basic daily living activities and comfort measures.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Excellence in Customer Service and Patient Centered Care - Provides patient care under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse.
• Provides basic patient care needs (ex. Hygiene, nutrition, elimination, physical comfort measures) as assigned.
• Protects rights, confidentiality, concerns, and dignity of patients.
• Provides a safe environment for the provision of patient care.
• Participates in hourly patient rounding.
• Answer’s telephone and call lights promptly and notifies appropriate individual of need for follow-up.
• Proactively helps and comfort measures to patients and families.
• Present self in positive and professional manner and show sensitivity to concerns and needs of others.
• Assist RN and other members of health care team with care delivery as assigned.
• Consistent use of appropriate hand hygiene.
• Maintain patient rooms and unit areas clean and free of clutter.
• Follows appropriate PPE/Infection control policies.
• Reinforces the importance of universal precautions with patient and patient’s family.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics and lift equipment.
• Teamwork - Supports initiatives of the health care team.
• Participates in unit performance improvement initiatives.
• Supports professional nursing practice through shared governance, evidenced-based practice, and ethical accountability.
• Transports unit supplies, patient care supplies, medications and equipment as assigned.
• Practices accountability.
• Communication - Uses effective written and oral communication skills with patients, staff, physicians, family, and visitors.
• Uses safety communication techniques.
• Communicates completion of assignment/duties to appropriate person.
• Communicates patient care concerns/problems/emergencies to the RN.
• Uses positive and respectful communication with all members of healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Evolving Professional Practice - Completes a minimum of three of the following professional development activities per year:

Professional Development Activities Per Year:

• Local monthly meeting attendance.
• Professional Enrichment sessions.
• Professional practice advancement activities.

Required Minimum Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent from accredited program.
• Required and one (1) semester clinical in a nationally accredited Associate, Baccalaureate or Master’s-level pre-licensure nursing program.

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

• Basic Life Support / American Heart Association.

Additional Licenses and Certifications:

• Required Minimum Experience: at least one clinical rotation completed in an acute care setting.

Required Minimum Skills:

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with other health care providers in the provision of patient care.
• Ability to multi-task essential.
• Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential.
• Strong detail orientation required.
• Computer skills required.
• Personal time management skills are required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to enter information into an electronic medical record required.
• Basic medical terminology required.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work- and enjoy a more rewarding life.

Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life - and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

OUR MISSION:

To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION:

Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES:

• We serve with compassion
• We pursue excellence
• We honor every voice

Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work For" list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.