Nurse Extern Program

The Nurse Extern program offers senior nursing students a 12-month program in which the extern will be immersed in the role of a professional nurse. Externs will work side-by-side with a registered nurse, providing hands-on patient care and developing clinical reasoning skills necessary for quality patient care delivery.

The externship will provide opportunities in a variety of clinical specialties and with the diverse patient populations served at Colquitt Regional Medical Center. These include critical care, progressive care/step down, emergency, obstetrics, pediatrics, and medical/surgical units.

HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS

PROGRAM DETAILS

• 6-week rotation through all nursing units during last year of nursing program
• 6-week evaluations with preceptors/unit directors
• Two 12-hour shifts a week in conjunction with your school program (flexible)

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of the program, the nurse extern will:

• Demonstrate increased proficiency in clinical skills
• Develop time-management and organizational skills required as a professional nurse
• Growth in the understanding of the role of the professional nurse
• Gain self-confidence in the role of the professional nurse

QUALIFICATIONS

• Senior year in ADN or BSN program
• Maintained 3.0 GPA at hire and throughout the program
• Able to meet Colquitt Regional job-related requirements
• BLS Certification for healthcare providers from the American Heart Association
• Not be contracted to another facility following graduation

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Nurse externs will have the opportunity to:

• Work one-on-one with an RN, performing the duties of a professional nurse.
• Learn about assessments, medication administrations, charting standards, and clinical reasoning.
• If available, receive priority job placement upon graduation.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applications are accepted 12 months prior to student graduation. Successful applicants will submit:

• A cover letter and resume
• An official or unofficial transcript
• Two letters of recommendation from nursing school institution
• Visit the Colquitt Regional Medical Center Home page under careers to complete online application

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