Nurse Extern Program

UofL Health

Nurse Extern supporting nursing students' transition from student to RN in a hands-on environment. Working alongside professional nurses and gaining experience in a variety of clinical settings.

Posted 8/1/2026part-timeLouisville • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational nursing knowledge and skills while providing direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. Maintains a strong academic record and commitment to professional development in nursing.

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Actively Enrolled In Nursing ProgramSuccessful Completion Of Nursing FundamentalsMinimum 3.0 Cumulative GPABLS For Healthcare ProviderAnticipated Graduation Date Between August 2027 - July 2028

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Patient Care AssistantDirect Nursing CareIndirect Nursing CareFloat PoolRegistered Nurse Supervision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Function as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in the float pool at your facility.
Gain experience in a realistic professional nursing work environment by assisting in the delivery of both direct and indirect nursing care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Work 24 hours/week, directly precepted by a RN, caring for patients on your unit of placement (24 hours of summer vacation allowed)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Actively enrolled in a nationally accredited nursing program
Successful completion of nursing fundamentals/foundations by program start date
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
Anticipated graduation date between August 2027 - July 2028
Must not have a post-graduation RN commitment at another organization
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Benefits

Comp & perks

Early Application Dates: August 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026
Notification of acceptance by December 1, 2026
Opportunity to work side by side with a professional nurse providing hands-on patient care