Job Title: Nurse Extern I
Department: Nursing Services
Location: Saint Francis Hospital, 2986 Kate Bond Rd, Bartlett, TN 38133
Status: PRN (Minimum of 2 shifts per month)
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Before submitting your application, please ensure you:
- Are currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
- Have successfully completed Fundamentals of Nursing.
- Upload an updated resume with your application.
- Upload an unofficial nursing school transcript verifying course completion.
Important: Candidates selected for an offer must be available to attend the required New Hire Orientation on October 9, 2026.
Please ensure all required documents are uploaded before submitting your application.
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Saint Francis Hospital Nurse Externship program is an excellent opportunity for nursing students to gain hands-on clinical experience while supporting our exceptional nursing teams. This role allows students to strengthen their clinical skills, enhance patient care knowledge, and prepare for a successful transition into professional nursing practice. This is a developmental program for nursing students who want to develop multiple and varied clinical skills in a multiple nursing specialties. This position requires participation in a guided training and development program aligned to the scope outlines by the State-specific Board of Nursing.
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Position Details:
All Nurse Extern I employees begin their externship on a Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) unit, working closely with the nursing team to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
Assisting nursing staff with daily patient care activities
Assisting patients with hygiene, mobility, and comfort measures
Supporting nurses with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
Maintaining a clean and organized patient environment
Collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure exceptional patient outcomes
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Work Requirements:
Minimum of two (2) twelve-hour shifts per month
Scheduling is based on departmental needs and individual availability
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Why Join Saint Francis Hospital Bartlett?
Gain valuable clinical experience in a hospital setting
Work alongside experienced nurses and mentors
Build a foundation for transition into a Registered Nurse role upon graduation
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit an application including both a resume and unofficial transcript to be considered.

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!
At Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
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