Student Nurse Extern I- Summer Externship 2026(Full Time) Opportunities at All Campuses

St. Lukes is proud of the skills experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Lukes are our most valuable asset! Individually and together our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve regardless of a patients ability to pay for health care.

The Student Nurse Extern I Program is for nursing students

Currently enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program having successfully completed sophomore year and entering junior year of nursing program.

OR

Currently enrolled in an associates nursing program having successfully completed first year and entering last year of nursing program.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows treatment plan as directed by licensed personnel.

• Performs the following tasks as assigned: (a.) Vital signs (b.) Intake and output measurements (c.) Glucometry (d.) Specimen collection (e.) Patient ADLs (bathing oral care toileting feeding mobility/ambulation etc.) (f.) Restocking supplies; checking and/or cleaning equipment.

• Assists with the admitting process and documents on admission database as appropriate.

• Performs necessary functions to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction with service.

• Accepts responsibility for providing safe appropriate quality patient care.

• Communicates changes in patients conditions to the RN.

• Documentation for all assigned responsibilities

• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs as appropriate.

• Complies with established chain of command for work related problems.

• Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.

• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.

• Demonstrates/models the Networks Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).

• Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes Customer/Service Improvement Operational System/Process and Safety.

• Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures processes and practices.

• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.

• Demonstrates competency in the assessment range of treatment knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.

• Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Stands for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walks 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Sits up to 7 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Consistently lifts carries and pushes objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lifts carries and pushes objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 250 lbs. via wheelchair bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoops and bends. Frequently reaches above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general near far color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:

High School graduate or equivalent. Currently enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program having successfully completed sophomore year (two written instructor references) and entering junior year of nursing program. OR currently enrolled in an associates nursing program having successfully completed first year (two written instructor references) and entering last year of nursing program.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Current BLS/CPR certification. Attends St Lukes University Health Network orientation for this position. Must have ability to read write and understand English.

Please complete your application using your full legal name andcurrent home address. Be sure toincludeemployment history forthe past seven (7) years including your present employer. Additionally you areencouraged to upload a current resume including all work history education and/or certifications andlicenses if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Lukes!!

St. Lukes University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.