Student Nurse Extern Cardiovascular Recovery Unit

(RN) Nursing students slated to graduate in 2027 are encouraged to apply now for our Winter Student Nurse Extern Program

This dayshift position will be based on our 28-bed Cardiovascular Recovery Unit, plus Radial Discharge Lounge, at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital.Externs will have the opportunity to learn how to prepare andrecover patients undergoing cardiac and vascular interventions. Patient-centered care and cardiovascular education are the focus on this unit and can provide a solid steppingstone into a cardiac focused specialty post-graduation.

Gain valuable hands-on experience while working alongside an experienced RN mentor and interdisciplinary care team. For at least 50% of your clinical time, you will receive one-on-one mentorship, coaching, and support to help build your clinical skills, critical thinking, and confidence as a future nurse.

You willalso be supported by a Nursing Professional Development Specialist andparticipatein bi-weekly educational sessions designed to enhance your learning experience. This is an excellent opportunity to develop meaningful connections and explore a future careeronthe unit of your choice.

Program Start Date:To bedetermined /mid-December 2026.

Program Expectations:

• During the Winter Cohort, externs will work full-time hours, consisting of 12-hour shifts, for approximately five weeks.

• Your schedule will align with your assigned nurse preceptor's schedule throughout the program.

• Due to the intensive nature of the cohort, time off is notpermittedduring this period.

• Please note:Nurse externsdo not work on legal holidays(Christmas and New Year's Day).

Post-Program Commitment:

• Upon successful completion of the program, externs in good standingwillbeexpectedto continue employment in a per diem role through graduation.

• Ongoing employment as a nurse extern requires a commitment of16 hours per pay period (biweekly).

• Flexible scheduling options are available during the academic semester, allowing you to choose between8-hour or 12-hour shiftsto support a healthy balance between work and school.

Pay: $20.12 per hour

Education/Training:Active enrollment in an accredited RN program; Must be graduating from your program inMay/August/December2027.Official transcripts willberequiredattimeof hire and at the end of each semester tovalidateactive enrollment.