Nurse Extern PRN Progressive Care Unit

Medical City Lewisville is seeking a Nurse Extern for the Progressive Care Unit. As a Nurse Extern, you will be a valued member of the nursing team, gaining hands-on clinical experience while exploring the full scope of the Registered Nurse role. You will help deliver safe, compassionate care to patients while building the skills and confidence needed to progress through your nursing program and advance into more complex responsibilities.

Clinical Setting

Medical City Lewisville is a full-service 190+ bed medical and surgical facility serving southern Denton County. The facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, operates as a Level III Trauma Center, and is designated as a Primary Stroke Center. The Progressive Care Unit provides intermediate-level care to patients requiring monitoring and support beyond basic medical-surgical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care including assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), vital sign monitoring, mobility support, and comfort and hygiene measures
• Perform nursing tasks such as wound care, catheter care, specimen collection, and other basic procedures as you gain experience and develop competency
• Document care accurately and communicate timely updates with the nursing team to ensure seamless, coordinated patient care
• Help patients and families understand their care plans and provide guidance for health and recovery
• Maintain clean and safe patient areas by following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and organizing the environment
• Engage in learning opportunities, share ideas to improve care, and work with your supervisor or preceptor to develop your personal career development plan

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited ADN or BSN program
• Completion of foundation, fundamental, or med-surg I clinical coursework
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Benefits

Medical City Lewisville offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Free counseling and referral services for wellbeing support
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• 401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and retirement readiness tools
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Fertility and family building support, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.