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Allegheny Health Network is actively considering future 2026 Nurse Externs for the following AHN Hospital locations:

Allegheny General Hospital Allegheny Valley Hospital Canonsburg Hospital Forbes Hospital Grove City HospitalJefferson Hospital West Penn Hospital Wexford Hospital

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Nurse Extern Program - Summer 2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated nursing student looking for a challenging and rewarding summer experience?

Our Nurse Extern Program offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment. This full-time program will immerse you in the daily realities of nursing while working alongside experienced preceptors.

Program Dates: May 18, 2026 - July 25, 2026 (10 weeks)

Program Structure:

1:1 Preceptorship: You will be paired with a dedicated nurse preceptor who will provide personalized guidance and support throughout the program. You will work your preceptor's assigned schedule.Scheduling: Most schedules will be three 12-hour shifts per week, rotating between day and night shifts and including every other weekend. Straight night shifts are also an option. 

Program Duties:

As a Nurse Extern, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of activities, including:

Direct Patient Care: Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Foley catheter care, tracheostomy care, incision and drain care, and more.Comprehensive Charting: Documenting thorough patient assessments, vital signs, and other relevant information.Communication & Teamwork: Learning to effectively provide hand-off reports and communicate changes in patient status to physicians and other members of the healthcare team.Patient Management: Gaining experience in managing your patient assignment under the supervision of your preceptor.

This program is a fantastic opportunity to:

Gain practical nursing skillsEnhance your clinical judgmentBuild confidence in your abilitiesDevelop strong relationships with experienced nurses

Apply now for the chance to launch your nursing career! 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates competency in clinical skills (i.e. hygiene, nutritional needs, vital signs, and specimens). (40%)Communicates pertinent patient data accurately and utilizes time management skills to organize and prioritize patient care activities. (30%)Assumes responsibility for own professional development. (30%)Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

CPR-American Heart Association

Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Enrolled in an approved RN diploma/degree nursing program.

Projected December 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027 future nursing program graduate within good academic standing.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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