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Nurse Externship Program | Summer 2027| 8 Week Paid Program

CompanyIredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated
LocationStatesville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The nurse extern assists with unit and patient care needs under the supervision of a registered nurse. They shadow a preceptor and perform duties consistent with the role of a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
764
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
36 hours
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About The Company
Iredell Health System includes Iredell Memorial Hospital; Iredell Davis Medical Center; Iredell Davis Behavioral Health Hospital; Iredell Mooresville; Iredell Home Health; Iredell Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center; Community and Corporate Wellness; Occupational Medicine; the Iredell Physician Network and more. Iredell Memorial Hospital is the largest nonprofit hospital in Iredell County. The comprehensive healthcare organization has 391 licensed beds; over 2,300 employees; and has approximately 365 healthcare providers representing various specialties. Centers of excellence include Women’s and Children’s; Cardiovascular; Cancer; Surgical Services and Wellness & Prevention. The health system’s Iredell Mooresville campus is home to the area’s only 24-hour urgent care facility, as well as an ambulatory surgery center, imaging center, rehabilitation services, and physician practices. The mission of Iredell Health System is to inspire wellbeing. For a comprehensive list of services and programs, visit www.iredellhealth.org.
About the Role

Description

The Nurse Extern will be responsible for assisting with unit/patient care needs under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. The nurse extern will shadow a nurse preceptor and observe nursing care while practicing in the role of a Certified Nursing Assistant I or II.


Externs will be expected to work the schedule of their assigned preceptor.


May 17th - July 9th 2026

Schedule: Full time - 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, available holidays and weekends and rotating shifts.

Requirements

  • Enrollment in an accredited nursing program and entering senior year fall of 2025.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Current listing as a Nurse Aide I in good standing with the Division of Health Regulation. Nurse Aide II required before start of Nurse Externship Program May 19, 2025.
  • Must possess full range of body motion to pass a basic FIT test to include bending, stooping, standing and sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

*A 300-word essay will be required to apply for the Nurse Extern Program describing why you would like to be a nurse extern with Iredell Health System. Discuss your reasons for going into nursing and future career goals. This essay will need to be uploaded to your application.

Key Skills
Patient CareNursingBasic Life SupportBLSNurse Aide INurse Aide IIClinical ShadowingBody Mechanics
Categories
HealthcareEducation