Job Title: Nurse Extern I
Department: Nursing Services
Location: Saint Francis Hospital, 5959 Park Ave Memphis, TN 38119
Before submitting your application, please ensure you:
Important: Candidates selected for an offer must be available to attend the required New Hire Orientation on October 9, 2026.
Please ensure all required documents are uploaded before submitting your application.
Saint Francis Hospital Nurse Externship program is an excellent opportunity for nursing students to gain hands-on clinical experience while supporting our exceptional nursing teams. This role allows students to strengthen their clinical skills, enhance patient care knowledge, and prepare for a successful transition into professional nursing practice. This is a developmental program for nursing students who want to develop multiple and varied clinical skills in a multiple nursing specialties. This position requires participation in a guided training and development program aligned to the scope outlines by the State-specific Board of Nursing.
Position Details:
All Nurse Extern I employees begin their externship on a Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) unit, working closely with the nursing team to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
Assisting nursing staff with daily patient care activities
Assisting patients with hygiene, mobility, and comfort measures
Supporting nurses with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
Maintaining a clean and organized patient environment
Collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure exceptional patient outcomes
Work Requirements:
Minimum of two (2) twelve-hour shifts per month
Scheduling is based on departmental needs and individual availability
Why Join Saint Francis Hospital Memphis?
Gain valuable clinical experience in a hospital setting
Work alongside experienced nurses and mentors
Build a foundation for transition into a Registered Nurse role upon graduation
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit an application including both a resume and unofficial transcript to be considered.
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