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Student Nurse Extern

Vincennes, IN · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

... Samaritan Professional Practice Model * Assists the healthcare team by collecting, reporting ... Hours worked will be split between Patient Care Technician assignments and Student Nurse Extern ...

Student Nurse Extern

Vincennes, IN · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

... Samaritan Professional Practice Model * Assists the healthcare team by collecting, reporting ... Hours worked will be split between Patient Care Technician assignments and Student Nurse Extern ...

Faith Health RNs are professional nurses under the supervision and direction of the department ... The student nurse extern must demonstrate competency in technical nursing skills generally learned ...

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How much do professional student nurse extern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional student nurse extern in the United States is $19.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Professional Student Nurse Extern vs Nursing Intern?

AspectProfessional Student Nurse ExternNursing Intern
Required CredentialsEnrolled in nursing program, basic certificationsEnrolled in nursing program, basic certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics under supervisionHospitals, clinics under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities, educational institutionsHealthcare facilities, educational institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Professional Student Nurse Extern and Nursing Intern roles are similar, both involving nursing students gaining hands-on experience in healthcare settings under supervision. The main difference often lies in program structure or terminology used by institutions. Both roles prepare students for licensure and future nursing careers, with overlapping responsibilities and environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional student nurse extern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Professional Student Nurse Extern, you need a solid foundation in nursing fundamentals, clinical skills, and current enrollment in an accredited nursing program. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), vital sign monitoring equipment, and basic patient care documentation systems is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and eagerness to learn are essential soft skills for excelling during clinical rotations. These abilities ensure safe, effective patient care and help build the competence and confidence needed for a successful nursing career.

What responsibilities can I expect as a professional student nurse extern, and how does this experience support my transition into a registered nurse role?

As a Professional Student Nurse Extern, you can expect to assist registered nurses with direct patient care tasks such as monitoring vital signs, helping with patient hygiene, and documenting patient information. You may also observe and learn procedures, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and communicate with patients and their families under supervision. This hands-on experience is invaluable for building clinical skills, developing confidence, and understanding the workflow of a hospital unit, all of which support a smoother transition into a full registered nurse position after graduation.

What is a professional student nurse extern?

A Professional Student Nurse Extern is a nursing student who works in a clinical setting, usually during their summer break or final year, to gain hands-on experience under the supervision of registered nurses. This externship allows students to apply their academic knowledge, develop clinical skills, and better understand the realities of nursing practice. Externs typically assist with patient care, observe procedures, and learn about hospital operations, helping bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional nursing. The experience can also improve confidence and may lead to future employment opportunities after graduation.
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Infographic showing various Professional Student Nurse Extern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,491 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Nurse Extern Student Nurse

Menorah Medical Center

Overland Park, KS

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

Introduction

Must be in a Nursing program and currently in Nursing Fundamentals class or completed the nursing fundamentals class. No Exceptions. Please verify with your school for what qualifies as Nursing Fundamentals equivalent. 

If you have not completed, but would like to look for positions to gain hands on experience, check out Patient Care Technician or Patient Safety Attendant roles that can have you getting started prior to this requirement. 


Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Nurse Extern Student Nurse with Menorah Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Join our amazing Student Nurse Externship program where flexibility and hands on experience meet. We will reward you with additional shadow experiences on units of interest and guide you towards preparation for a Graduate Nurse role. 

For every 24 hours worked, earn 4 hours of paid shadow time in any unit at any facility. Are you within 6 months of graduation? Consider interviewing for your Graduate Nurse role now and come on early in that unit as a student nurse.


Benefits

Menorah Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Menorah Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Nurse Extern Student Nurse to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Job Summary and Qualifications
  • The Nurse Extern delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the Nurse Extern assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the Nurse Extern’s skills/training and the needs of the Department, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment.
  • The Nurse Extern is currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of nursing and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved.
  • Flexible Schedule with opportunity to earn shadow time on additional units.
  • Post orientation and clinical skills check off, nursing students receive hands on experience working with a Registered nurse performing more nursing skills.
  • Opportunity to interview early for Graduate Nurse opportunities.
  • Apply Now to continue a conversation with a recruiter today on how we can continue to support you!


What qualifications you will need:
  • Actively enrolled in an Accredited Nursing Program, with completion of Nursing Fundamentals (Must be RN Program only, we are not longer accepting those in LPN programs as we do not hire LPNS on units any longer)
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • High School Graduate / GED

Menorah Medical Center is a full-service, 150+ bed acute care hospital and ER. We are located in Overland Park and Leawood, Kansas. Our hospital serves the community’s healthcare needs by providing compassionate care. We have world-class medical colleagues and more than 600 physicians. Our team offers exceptional experiences and extraordinary medicine for adults, newborns, teens, and children. We offer some of the most advanced treatment choices available in the Kansas City region. Our hospital network continues to be a pioneer in cancer care. We are home to a certified Breast Center of Excellence, the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, and the region’s only Genitourinary Cancer clinic. We offer a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence, Women’s Center, Bariatric Program, and an inpatient rehabilitation center.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. ?In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Nurse Extern Student Nurse opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.