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Ardent Health

Nurse Extern

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Quitman, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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What they do

A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.

$66,553 / year median in Texas

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview:

Join our team as a variable shift, PRN, Nurse Extern at UT Health East Texas. Why Join Us? Thrive in a

People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive:

We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.

People-First:

We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

Make Healthcare Better:

We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Your team is bigger than your department: UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region's only EMCO program and a Level

III NICU.

Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for performing functions as authorized under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. In addition, performs basic nursing tasks to include patient care, reporting patient conditions, circumstances, and maintaining equipment and unit cleanliness. The nurse extern must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Conditions:

May be required to work irregular schedules. Potential exposure to hazard materials/situations to include but not limited to, blood-borne pathogens, ionizing radiation, and communicable diseases.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; must be enrolled in an Accredited Nursing Program with an anticipated completion from program within 24 months from date of hire. In academic good standing in your Accredited Nursing Program

REQUIRED.

Medical Technology; Anatomy and Physiology Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in a professional nursing program BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.