Nurse Extern Cohort - Winter 2025 - PRN

Nurse Extern Cohort - Winter 2025

Henry Ford Rochester is seeking nursing students for our December cohort!

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 12, 2025

Resume and Transcripts must be submitted at time of application to be considered for the 2025 Winter Nurse Extern Cohort

About the program

• Minimum 36 hours per 6-week schedule, in a combination of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts based on RN preceptor's schedule
• In-person clinical orientation the first week of the program, mentoring from nurses, leaders, and networking
• Paid clinical experience
• Variety of clinical areas based on availability
• Work 1:1 with an RN preceptor in assigned clinical area
• Opportunities for continued employment if program expectations are met

To qualify for a Summer Nurse Extern position you must:

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred)
• Complete two clinical rotations, one of which must be Med/Surg (in an acute care setting) by start date
• Provide a copy of school transcripts
• Must be available for orientation everyday December 15-17 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Must be able to work minimum 3 12-hour shifts every 6 weeks

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of a nurse, provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

• Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
• Observe patient status and responses. Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
• Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.