Nurse Extern - Summer Cohort - Contingent

Overview

Nurse Extern Cohort – Summer 2026 Henry Ford Rochester is seeking nursing students for our June cohort!

Final date to receive applications: MARCH 6, 2026
. Resume and Transcripts must be submitted at time of application to be considered for the cohort.

• Minimum 36 hours per 6-week schedule. 12-hour shifts (7a-7:30p / 7p-7:30a) based on RN preceptor's schedule
• In-person clinical orientation the first week of the program plus mentoring from nurses, leaders, along with networking
• Paid clinical experience
• Variety of clinical areas based on availability
• Work 1:1 with an RN preceptor in assigned clinical area

• America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity recognition by Newsweek
• Becker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare
• Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency Veteran Friendly Employer-Silver Level
• Advancement Opportunities
• Collaborative Culture
• Strong Nurse Leadership presence/support

• Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse, performs specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs of the patient using the nursing process.
• Provides input to assist the RN in planning and implementing patient care.
• Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures.
• Recognizes and participates in own continuing education.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent OR currently enrolled in the Henry Ford Health Early College Program and meets the completion of two clinical rotations as required at an accredited school of nursing.
• Enrolled in an accredited school of nursing.
• The completion of two clinical rotations, one of which must be Med/Surg (in an acute care setting).
• To remain in the extern role, you MUST:
  • Actively be enrolled in a nursing program.
  • Successfully complete each course.
  • Provide transcripts to Nurse Manager after each semester/term.
  • Provide a copy of your plan of work to your Nurse Manager.

If At Any Point The Extern Does Not Meet Their Academic Institution's Standard For Continued Enrollment In The School Of Nursing Classes, Their Employment As An Extern Will Be Rescinded. Position Is Time Limited

• ADN:
  Maximum 12 months for ADN.
• BSN:
  Maximum 24 months for BSN (adjust for Part Time BSN programs).
• May complete during orientation. Successful completion of 180-day introductory period required to achieve knowledge of policies relative to job duties and patient care unit.

• BLS Certification

• Organization:
  Henry Ford Rochester Hospital
• Department:
  Float Staffing 001
• Shift: Rotating
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable