2027 Summer Nurse Extern

The Student Nurse Extern Program provides senior nursing students with a paid, immersive 10-week clinical experience delivering direct patient care under the supervision and mentorship of a dedicated 1:1 Registered Nurse (RN) Preceptor. This program consists of approximately 200 to 300 clinical hours and is designed to support the continued development of professional nursing practice through hands-on patient care experiences and engagement with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Program Overview

The externship offers one of the closest experiences to practicing as a nurse prior to graduation while remaining under direct RN supervision. You will develop and refine nursing knowledge, clinical skills, critical thinking, and organizational competencies while caring for patients in a variety of practice settings throughout Monument Health. In addition to developing clinical competence, the program provides opportunities to build strong professional relationships and strengthen interdisciplinary teamwork while working alongside nurses, providers, support staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process when delivering nursing care with increased individual level of confidence and competency in a range of nursing skills
• Actively seek feedback from your preceptor regarding nursing assessment, care planning, implementation/coordination, and evaluation of patient care
• Enhance communication skills to work effectively with patients, families, and members of the multidisciplinary team
• Assist the preceptor in performing selected procedures and treatments
• Participate in educational pursuits and activities that enhance understanding of professional nursing practice
• Identify and acknowledge the involvement of patients and their families and plan care appropriately while maintaining patient confidentiality

Required Qualifications

• Senior nursing student enrolled in an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program
• Good academic standing within the nursing program

Schedule and Physical Requirements

Externs should be prepared to work a variety of schedules, including day, night, weekend, and 12-hour shifts, based on unit and preceptor availability. This externship should be your primary summer commitment.

The position requires very heavy work, exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time). You may have possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Application Requirements

Please attach the following documents at the time of application:

• Professional resume including reliable contact information and your expected graduation date
• Unofficial transcript including Nursing GPA
• Personal narrative of expectations for the Extern Program with a list of your top 5 preferred units

Please also note if you are willing to travel for an externship experience and/or if your top preference is to be placed in Spearfish, Sturgis, Deadwood, or Custer Hospital.

Compensation and Benefits

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions, which may include:

• Supportive work culture
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Retirement plans, health savings account, and flexible spending account
• Instant pay available for qualifying positions
• Paid time off accrual bank
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions
• Flexible scheduling

Employment Type

Temporary position.