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Reports to the Department Director and/or mentor or designee This program requires a 1year employment contract upon nurse extern completion and licensure. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education ...

Reports to the Department Director and/or mentor or designee This program requires a 1year employment contract upon nurse extern completion and licensure. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education ...

Student Nurse Extern

Savannah, TN

$11.50 - $14.25/hr

Reports to the Department Director and/or mentor or designee This program requires a 1year employment contract upon nurse extern completion and licensure. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education ...

A Student Nurse Intern must commit to one year of service with Unity Health after graduation. A Student Nurse Extern will have no defined commitment. 2. Training and Experience: Must have ...

Student Nurse Extern (5442)

Memphis, TN · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

... Nurse Extern including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age-specific patient needs. * Provides ... pre-schooler, school-age, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty ...

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

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee student nurse extern in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Student Nurse Extern vs Student Nurse?

AspectTrainee Student Nurse ExternStudent Nurse
CredentialsEnrolled in nursing program, gaining practical experienceEnrolled in nursing program, working towards licensure
Work EnvironmentSupervised clinical settings, assisting with patient careClinical rotations, learning under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, healthcare institutions, educational settings

Both roles involve nursing students gaining hands-on experience, but Trainee Student Nurse Externs typically work in supervised clinical environments to support patient care, while Student Nurses focus on completing clinical rotations as part of their education. The extern role often emphasizes practical exposure, whereas the student nurse role combines learning with clinical practice to prepare for licensure.

Are nursing externships worth it?

Nursing externships provide trainee student nurse externs with hands-on clinical experience, skill development, and a better understanding of healthcare environments. They can enhance resumes and improve job prospects after graduation, making them a valuable part of nursing education. However, their value depends on the program quality and individual career goals.

How to become a trainee student nurse extern?

To become a trainee student nurse extern, candidates typically need to be enrolled in a nursing program and have completed foundational coursework. Applicants should demonstrate basic clinical skills, obtain necessary immunizations, and often complete a background check or health screening. Some programs may require a minimum GPA and a commitment to a specific schedule during the externship period.

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Student Nurse Externship All HCA Midwest Hospitals

Research Medical Center

Overland, KS • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Introduction

ONLY ONE APPLICATION NEEDED.

Explore options at any one of the HCA Midwest Hospitals: Belton Regional, Centerpoint Medical Center, Lee's Summit Medical Center, Lafayette Regional, Menorah Medical Center, Overland Park Regional, Research Medical Center, and Research Psychiatric Center. 


Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At HCA Midwest Health Hospitals our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Nursing Student to join our healthcare family in a learning and engaged position. This role is PRN and very flexible and supportive to your school schedule. If you are loving clinical rotations, this gives you an opportunity to learn more in a hands on environment, and the position will continue to grow with you through your senior year.

Only 1 application is needed to be considered for all opportunities within our 7 Hospitals with HCA Midwest Health.

We will schedule a phone call with you immediately to discuss your preferences, areas of interests, and opportunities to shadow.  Availability will be dependent on what we have open unit/department wise

Areas Typically Available include: Float Pool, Medical Surgical, Ortho Neuro, Ortho Trauma, Transplant, Oncology, Cardiac Care, Step Down, PCU (Limited to what we have open)

Ability to see more through your earned shadow shifts. Most flexible program in the area.

You must actively be enrolled in a Nursing program to be considered for this position. 

Whether you are attending school locally or only considering working summers, winter breaks, etc, this role is a perfect Segway to your Graduate Nurse position.


Nurse Intern ** Student Nurse Extern ** Nurse Internship ** Student Nurse Externship

Benefits

HCA Healthcare, 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 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.
  • Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Retirement readiness and rollover 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)

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

At HCA Healthcare, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse’s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life – for life – and empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our Nurse Internship HCA Hospitals opportunity.

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.  You May apply for the opportunity prior to completion, but start date must be post completion of fundamentals.    If you do not have fundamentals completed, look into Patient Care Technician roles or Patient Safety Attendant roles instead. 
  • Must be in RN program. We are no longer taking LPN students
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • High School Graduate / GED


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"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Nurse Internship HCA Hospitals opening.Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

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