Student Nurse Extern II – Summer Externship

St. Luke's University Health Network

. Provide health care to patients under the discretion of an RN mentor .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to provide patient care under the guidance of an RN, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care. Proficient in performing vital signs, documenting patient information, and maintaining compliance with health care standards.

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Patient CareVital Signs MeasurementBLS/CPR CertificationPatient DocumentationCollaborative Care Planning

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentGlucometrySpecimen CollectionADLs AssistanceMedication AdministrationData CollectionTreatment Plan ImplementationIntake and Output MeasurementProcedure Set-UpPatient Safety Compliance

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizationCollaborationPrioritizationConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Admission Database

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS/CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Nursing ProgramPatient Care StandardsHealth Care TeamRN MentorSt. Luke’s University Health Network Orientation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide health care to patients under the discretion of an RN mentor
Work closely with health care team members to collect data and implement patient care
Participate in individualized patient care using assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
Follow treatment plans as directed by licensed personnel
Perform vital signs, intake and output measurements, glucometry, specimen collection, patient ADLs, and supply/equipment duties
Assist with the admitting process and document in the admission database
Communicate changes in patients’ conditions to the RN
Document all assigned responsibilities
Assist the RN with systematic patient assessments and collaborative care planning
Assist with implementing, evaluating, and documenting patient care interventions
Organize, coordinate, and prioritize patient care
Assist with procedure set-up and clean-up
Observe RN medication administration and complete medication administration forms
Maintain patient confidentiality, safety, service standards, and compliance with network policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Nursing school student currently enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program
Successfully completed junior year and entering senior year of the nursing program
Two written instructor references
High school graduate or equivalent
Current BLS/CPR certification
Ability to read, write, and understand English
Ability to meet physical and sensory requirements, including standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, transporting patients, stooping, bending, reaching, and hearing and vision requirements
Must complete St. Luke’s University Health Network orientation for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

9-week full-time summer externship
12-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday
No weekends
No holidays
Designated observation opportunities with RNs in specialty areas
Professional development through in-services and/or continuing education programs
St. Luke’s University Health Network orientation