Nurse Extern

Nurse Extern Career Opportunity

Designed for nursing students who have completed their first term in an accredited RN or LPN program and are looking to gain hands‑on patient care experience by learning basic nursing procedures, interacting with healthcare professionals and providing patient care under the direction of an RN.

August 17 to August 21, 2026.

Days: 6:00am to 6:30pm;
Nights: 6:00pm to 7:00am. Minimum of 2 shifts per month and 1 weekend shift per month throughout the school year.

• Assists patients with daily activities as delegated by the rehabilitation team.
• Communicates patient concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation nurses or therapists.
• Documents appropriate patient information in their medical records.
• Obtains vital signs and records in the electronic medical record.
• Performs special procedures including the collection of urine, stool, and sputum.
• Reviews treatments/ADLs/hygiene with patients and families.
• Assists patients with feeding and attends Therapeutic Dining Group as indicated.
• Assists patients with body mechanics.
• Helps maintain a clean and healthy environment for the patient.
• Assists with equipment care.

• BLS (CPR) required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Part‑time or full‑time active student status.
• Successful completion of the first term of nursing courses in a professional RN/LPN degree program.
• Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in a professional RN/LPN degree program.
• Initial term including didactic/skills lab must include fundamentals of nursing or course equivalent.
• Return of one or two instructor evaluations indicating satisfactory performance of fundamental nursing skills.
• Successful completion of preceptor tool and core competency at 90 days and annually.
• Must present proof of continued enrollment and passing grade in nursing classes each semester until graduation and remain in good academic standing.
• One year experience in inpatient clinical setting preferred.

Encompass Health celebrates and welcomes diversity in its inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.