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

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:

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  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
  
  



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  Currently enrolled in an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
  
  



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  Scheduled to complete Med/Surg clinical by Spring 2027
  
  



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  Must possess current Basic Cardiac Life Support AHA (BCLS) or American Red Cross BLS certification
  
  



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  Must be available to work continuous 40 hours per week for the duration of the Nurse Extern Summer Program.
  
  



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  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.
  
  



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  Must maintain scheduling flexibility, including availability for rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, based on departmental and program needs.
  
  

Program Benefits:

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  Paid employment
  
  



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  Strengthen clinical competence, build confidence, and develop professional skills through hands-on experience within a large academic learning health system.
  
  



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  Partner with a Registered Nurse preceptor who provides clinical guidance, mentorship, and support within the assigned clinical area
  
  



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  Educational sessions covering simulation and didactic elements, focused on the latest practices in nursing specialties
  
  



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  Specialty educational sessions that integrate simulation and didactic learning, with a focus on current practices across a variety of nursing specialties.
  
  



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  Shadowing opportunities in clinical areas of interest
  
  



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  Opportunity for continued PRN employment as an NA II upon completion of the Extern Program
  
  

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION


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  Must be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry (NA I) by April 16, 2027
  
  



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  Must be listed as a Nurse Aide II (NA II) with the North Carolina Board of Nursing by May 14, 2027
  
  



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  Must possess a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or American Red Cross BLS certification by May 14, 2027
  
  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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  Participates in the implementation of the nursing process by providing direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
  
  



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  Assists with admissions, transfers, discharges, and pre- and post-procedure care.
  
  



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  Performs assigned clinical procedures under appropriate supervision.
  
  



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  Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, teammates, and visitors.
  
  



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  Ensures accurate, timely, and effective communication of patient information.
  
  



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  Provides age-appropriate care consistent with organizational and unit-based standards.
  
  

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  



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  Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
  
  



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  Ability to prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changing patient care needs.
  
  



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  Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and continuous learning.
  
  

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