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How much do student nurse externship jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for student nurse externship in the United States is $24.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Student Nurse Externship?

A Student Nurse Externship is a temporary, supervised clinical experience designed for nursing students, typically between their junior and senior years. It allows students to work alongside registered nurses and gain hands-on experience in a hospital or healthcare setting. Externships help students apply classroom knowledge to real-life situations, develop clinical skills, and become familiar with the responsibilities of a professional nurse. These programs can also enhance a student's resume and may lead to future job opportunities.

What is the difference between Student Nurse Externship vs Nurse Intern?

AspectStudent Nurse ExternshipNurse Intern
CredentialsEnrolled in nursing program, basic certificationsEnrolled in nursing program, basic certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare settingsHospitals, clinics, healthcare settings
Employer UsageHospitals, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, healthcare facilities
Search IntentComparison with nurse intern rolesComparison with student nurse externship roles

The Student Nurse Externship and Nurse Intern roles both involve nursing students gaining hands-on experience in healthcare settings. While they share similar environments and required credentials, externships often focus on observation and assisting under supervision, whereas nurse internships may involve more direct patient care responsibilities. Understanding these differences helps students choose the right opportunity to enhance their nursing careers.

What types of hands-on responsibilities can I expect as a student nurse extern, and how do these experiences support my transition into a full-time nursing role?

As a student nurse extern, you'll typically assist with direct patient care tasks such as taking vital signs, documenting patient information, assisting with mobility, and supporting registered nurses during procedures. These hands-on experiences allow you to apply classroom knowledge in real clinical settings, helping you develop confidence and competence in patient care. Working alongside experienced nurses and interdisciplinary teams, you'll gain valuable insight into workflow, time management, and effective communication—skills that are essential for a smooth transition into a full-time nursing position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Student Nurse Extern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Nurse Extern, you need foundational clinical knowledge, basic patient care skills, and current enrollment in a nursing program. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and basic medical equipment is typically required, and completion of certain clinical coursework or certifications (such as BLS/CPR) is often preferred. Strong communication, eagerness to learn, and teamwork make candidates stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering safe patient care, gaining hands-on experience, and successfully transitioning into a professional nursing environment.
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Infographic showing various Student Nurse Externship job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 18% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,320 per year, or $24.7 per hour.
Student Nurse Externship

Student Nurse Externship

Menorah Medical Center

Overland Park, KS • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Introduction

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
  • 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.