Student Nurse Extern Inpatient Post-Surgical

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center is seeking nursing students graduating in 2027 to participate in the Winter Student Nurse Extern Program. This dayshift position is based on a 48-bed Acute Post-Surgical Unit where you will gain hands-on experience caring for a variety of adult surgical patients including those recovering from orthopedic, neurosurgery, gynecological, bariatric, vascular, general, plastic, oncology, urological, and colorectal procedures.

Clinical Setting

You will work on an acute post-surgical unit alongside an experienced RN mentor and an interdisciplinary care team. For at least 50% of your clinical time, you will receive one-on-one mentorship, coaching, and support to build your clinical skills, critical thinking, and confidence. You will also be supported by a Nursing Professional Development Specialist and participate in bi-weekly educational sessions designed to enhance your learning experience.

Program Structure

The Winter Cohort runs for approximately five weeks, beginning mid-December 2026. During this intensive period, you will work full-time 12-hour shifts aligned with your assigned nurse preceptor's schedule. Time off is not permitted during the cohort. Nurse externs do not work on legal holidays (Christmas and New Year's Day).

Post-Program Commitment

Upon successful completion of the program, externs in good standing will be expected to continue employment in a per diem role through graduation. Ongoing employment as a nurse extern requires a commitment of 16 hours per pay period (biweekly). Flexible scheduling options are available during the academic semester, allowing you to choose between 8-hour or 12-hour shifts to support balance between work and school.

Required Qualifications

• Active enrollment in an accredited RN program
• Graduating from your program in May, August, or December 2027
• BLS (CPR for Healthcare Providers) certification required by time of hire
• Official transcripts required at time of hire and at the end of each semester to validate active enrollment

Compensation

• $20.12 per hour