Nurse Extern II - L & D

Emanuel Medical Center's Labor & Delivery department is seeking a Nurse Extern II to gain hands-on clinical experience in preparation for an accelerated Nurse Residency Program upon graduation. In this non-productive role, you will work under the direct supervision of an experienced RN, learning essential skills and competencies in a supportive environment.

This position is designed for nursing students in their final six months before graduation from an accredited nursing program. You will be assigned to an experienced RN each shift to receive mentored clinical experience.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Per Diem
• Schedule: Rotating shifts
• Department: Labor & Delivery
• Non-productive hours: Maximum 48 hours per month (288 hours total during program)
• Additional productive hours available working with patient care assistants or equivalent responsibilities
• Minimum commitment: 24 hours per month

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in final six months of an accredited nursing school program
• Letter of recommendation from nursing faculty required with application
• Successful interview with Extern Program and unit leadership
• Commitment to minimum 24 hours per month
• Completion of hospital orientation and all onboarding requirements
• Validation of all required competencies
• Maintenance of good standing with employment requirements to be eligible for transfer into the Nurse Residency Program upon graduation

Clinical Setting

Emanel Medical Center is a 209-bed acute care hospital in Turlock, California, with an advanced center for mothers and newborns. The Labor & Delivery department provides comprehensive obstetric services and is part of a full-service medical facility offering 24-hour emergency care, cardiac services, cancer care, and rehabilitation services.

Benefits

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; paid time off; career development and continuing education opportunities; health savings accounts; healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; employee discount program; and voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare resources, and auto and home insurance.

Note: Benefit eligibility varies by location and employment status.