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Trinity Health

Respiratory Care Extern

Livonia, MI · On-site

Notifies appropriate personnel of results--i.e., Respiratory Therapist, Nurse. * Serves as member ... to Saint Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient and hospital information only among ...

Trinity Health

Respiratory Care Extern

Livonia, MI · On-site

Notifies appropriate personnel of results-i.e., Respiratory Therapist, Nurse. 9. Serves as member ... to Saint Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient and hospital information only among ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for mercy nurse extern in the United States is $26.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mercy Nurse Extern vs Mercy Nursing Student?

AspectMercy Nurse ExternMercy Nursing Student
CredentialsTypically enrolled in nursing programs, may have basic certificationsEnrolled in nursing school, often with some clinical coursework completed
Work EnvironmentSupervised clinical settings, assisting with patient careClinical rotations under supervision, observing and assisting
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities during externshipEducational institutions, hospitals during clinical rotations

Mercy Nurse Externs are usually nursing students gaining hands-on experience through externships, while Mercy Nursing Students are actively enrolled in nursing programs completing clinical rotations. Both roles involve supervised patient care but differ in their stage of education and certification levels.

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Infographic showing various Mercy Nurse Extern job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,338 per year, or $26.6 per hour.

Nurse Externship - Mercy NW Arkansas Winter 2026

Bentonville, AR • On-site

Mercy
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist in the individualized care of patients to achieve their highest level of wellness under the direction of an RN.

  • Perform designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks within the nurse extern scope.

  • Work approximately 24 hours per week, rotating through various nursing units to gain exposure to different patient populations and specialty areas.

Mercy rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

613th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!As a student in an approved registered nurse or practical nurse school of nursing, the Nurse Extern student participates in clinical work under the direction of an RN. The Nurse Extern assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness working cooperatively with others as part of the healthcare team and performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks within the nurse extern scope.Position Details:Launch Your Nursing Career with Confidence

Are you ready to take what you've learned in the classroom and bring it to life at the bedside? The Mercy Nursing Externship is an exclusive, paid winter experience designed for nursing students who are eager to accelerate their growth, build confidence, and gain meaningful hands-on experience alongside some of the most compassionate and skilled nurses in healthcare.

As a Mercy Nursing Extern, you'll work approximately 24 hours per week (two 12-hour shifts) and rotate through a variety of nursing units, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations and specialty areas while learning directly from experienced Mercy nurses who are invested in your success.

Our externship program provides an unmatched opportunity to:

  • Experience real-world nursing practice in a supportive acute care environment

  • Develop the confidence and critical-thinking skills needed to thrive as a future RN

  • Work one-on-one with experienced nurse preceptors who are dedicated to mentoring and developing the next generation of nurses

  • Explore multiple specialties and care settings to help discover where your passion and future career may lead

  • Build meaningful connections with clinical leaders and nursing teams across the organization

Externship Requirement: Applicants must have completed at least 2 semesters of nursing school, including a minimum of one round of clinicals, by the start of the externship

What Past Mercy Externs Are Saying

  • "I got to see so many things I never experienced during clinicals-like time in Ortho, PACU, and other specialty units."

  • "The nurses let me take the lead and practice my skills, which made such a difference in my confidence."

  • "The staff was incredibly supportive and helped me feel secure in what I was learning."

  • "I was met with kindness in every unit. It made the experience so meaningful."

  • "Getting to explore multiple areas was huge. It helped me understand what different units are really like and where I can see myself working."

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chesterfield, MO, US

Year founded

1827

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