Nursing Student Summer Extern

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As a Nurse Extern, you'll:

• Work alongside experienced nurses in outpatient ambulatory settings

• Assist with patient care and learn the flow of clinical operations

• Receive professional mentorship and flexible scheduling

• Immerse yourself in Geisinger's culture and build confidence for your future career

Important Note: Nurse Externs do not perform procedures requiring state licensure.

Eligibility:
Applicants must be nursing students currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program and entering their senior year. Eligible candidates are expected to graduate in December 2026 or May 2027 .

This is 10-week program , typically 40 hours weekly. 

Externship Program Dates:  May 26th- August 8th. Externs are required to attend a mandatory orientation from May 26th- May 28th.

Resume required with application.

Take the next step toward your nursing career—apply today and make the most of this exceptional learning experience

Job Duties:

• Assists in patient care under the immediate supervision of a registered nurse preceptor and as assigned by the nurse in charge.

• Functions as a member of the nursing team.

• Identifies, observes, reports, and documents the social and psychological needs of the patient and family.

• Identifies, observes, and documents the physical needs of the patient according to standard.

• Reports changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.

• Obtains and maintains the integrity of specimens in accordance with policy and procedure, according to physician order.

• Monitors blood glucose, urine and stool, and sputum.

• Assists patient with ADL's.

• Assists with patient