Summer Nurse Extern - Observation Unit - Aug/dec 2026 Grads - St. Luke's South Shore

Advocate Health

South Shore, Wisconsin, US
Base: $21.85 - $32.80 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Currently enrolled in accredited nursing program
Successful completion of med/surg 1 course
Successful completion of pharmacology course
** Advocate Health is seeking a Summer Nurse Extern for the Observation Unit at St. Luke's South Shore, specifically targeting August/December 2026 nursing graduates. The position requires a full-time commitment for 6-8 weeks, providing hands-on patient care experience under RN supervision, with an opportunity for transitioning to a nursing role after graduation. **

Job Summary

  • This summer externship offers a pathway to transition into a newly licensed RN position with the same team post-graduation.
  • Candidates will gain hands-on clinical experience in an 8-bed observation unit supporting patient care under RN supervision.
  • The program provides competitive wages ranging from $21.85 to $32.80 per hour for a 6-8 week commitment.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Advocate Health is seeking a Summer Nurse Extern for the Observation Unit at St. Luke's South Shore, specifically targeting August/December 2026 nursing graduates. The position requires a full-time commitment for 6-8 weeks, providing hands-on patient care experience under RN supervision, with an opportunity for transitioning to a nursing role after graduation. **

Salary

Base: $21.85 - $32.80 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Program does not offer benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Currently enrolled in accredited nursing program
  • Successful completion of Med/Surg 1 course
  • Successful completion of pharmacology course
  • Commitment to 36-40 hours per week
  • Availability to start early June

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in transitioning to full-time RN role
  • Collaboration and team communication skills
  • Experience in emergency response support

Key Requirements

  • Unofficial transcript required at time of offer
  • Must be a Winter 2026 Nursing graduate
  • Completion of Med Surg and pharmacology courses

Work Rights

Not specified

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