Nursing NA II Extern Program, Summer 2027 (May 31 - July 31)

Department:
34208 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Nursing Education
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Various
Pay Range:
$20.80 - $31.20
Program Overview
The Nurse Summer Externship Program at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist offers a nine-week paid opportunity for senior nursing students to gain valuable hands-on experience while working alongside our experienced teams across the Wake area. This program serves as a significant stepping stone, helping senior nursing students enhance their clinical expertise as they prepare for the transition to become licensed Registered Nurses.
Program Dates: May 31, 2027 - July 31, 2027
Application deadline: November 6, 2026
Eligibility Requirements:
Nursing students who will be entering their final year of nursing school at the start of the program with anticipated graduation December 2027 or May 2028
Currently enrolled in an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
Scheduled to complete Med/Surg clinical by Spring 2027
Must possess current Basic Cardiac Life Support AHA (BCLS) or American Red Cross BLS certification
Must be available to work continuous 40 hours per week for the duration of the Nurse Extern Summer Program.
Must be available to participate in three 12-hour clinical shifts per week, in addition to scheduled specialty education sessions and/or clinical observation experiences.
Must maintain scheduling flexibility, including availability for rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, based on departmental and program needs.
Program Benefits:
Paid employment
Strengthen clinical competence, build confidence, and develop professional skills through hands-on experience within a large academic learning health system.
Partner with a Registered Nurse preceptor who provides clinical guidance, mentorship, and support within the assigned clinical area
Educational sessions covering simulation and didactic elements, focused on the latest practices in nursing specialties
Specialty educational sessions that integrate simulation and didactic learning, with a focus on current practices across a variety of nursing specialties.
Shadowing opportunities in clinical areas of interest
Opportunity for continued PRN employment as an NA II upon completion of the Extern Program
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:
Must be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry (NA I) by April 16, 2027
Must be listed as a Nurse Aide II (NA II) with the North Carolina Board of Nursing by May 14, 2027
Must possess a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or American Red Cross BLS certification by May 14, 2027
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Participates in the implementation of the nursing process by providing direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Assists with admissions, transfers, discharges, and pre- and post-procedure care.
Performs assigned clinical procedures under appropriate supervision.
Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, teammates, and visitors.
Ensures accurate, timely, and effective communication of patient information.
Provides age-appropriate care consistent with organizational and unit-based standards.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changing patient care needs.
Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and continuous learning.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid paren