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Nurse Extern – Bronson Healthcare (All Locations) – PRN

Locations:

  • Bronson Methodist Hospital (BMH)
  • Bronson Battle Creek Hospital (BBC)
  • Bronson LakeView Hospital (BLH)
  • Bronson South Haven Hospital (BSH)

Time Type: Part Time
Job Requisition ID: JOB43569

Love Where You Work!

Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient, and strong. We are driven by Positivity, which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, one another, and our community.

If you’re ready for a rewarding opportunity, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

About the Nurse Externship

Thank you for your interest in Bronson’s Nurse Externship! Please review the key notes below:

We strive to match candidates with their top preferred areas based on availability and compatibility.

Openings in Women’s/Children’s, ICUs, and Specialty Units are limited. If you are not matched to your first choices, this role is still a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience as you prepare for your nursing career.

If you accept an offer, you will remain in that unit until graduation.

During the application process, you will be asked to rank your top five areas of interest (include hospital and unit preferences, with at least one Med/Surg option).

Available Units & Locations

Bronson Methodist Hospital (BMH)

  • Emergency Department (ED)
  • Observation Unit
  • Ortho Surgical Unit (OSU)
  • Trauma Care Unit (TCU)
  • General Surgical Unit (GSU)
  • Neuro Vascular Unit (NVU)
  • Neuro Critical Care Unit (NCCU)
  • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
  • General Medical Unit (GMU)
  • Adult Medical Unit (AMU)
  • Extended Medical Care Unit (EMCU)
  • Mother Baby Unit (MBU)
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Children’s Float (CVIP)
  • Med/Surg Float (AVIP)

Bronson Battle Creek (BBC)

Emergency Department (ED)

Med/Surg Bed Rotation

Bronson South Haven (BSH)

General Care Unit (GCU)

Emergency Department (ED)

Bronson LakeView (BLH)

General Care Unit (GCU)

Emergency Department (ED)

Program Details

Start Date: December 15, 2025

Schedule: 12-hour variable shifts (7a–7p or 7p–7a)

Commitment: Minimum of 4 shifts per month (2 must be weekends)

Position Type: PRN (not benefit-eligible)

Orientation: Two-week, full-time (day shift) training prior to starting on the unit

Role Overview

Under the direction of an RN and within organizational and unit policies, Nurse Externs:

Provide patient care based on age, acuity, and needs.

Seek out varied learning experiences and communicate learning needs to their preceptor.

Apply the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Support patient outcomes through collaboration, delegation, and coaching in appropriate situations.

Document and communicate patient status, resources used, and anticipated needs each shift.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program and within one year of graduation (expected Spring/Winter 2026).
  • Completion of a pharmacology course or successful completion of Bronson’s medication test.
  • BLS Certification required.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various systems and equipment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Physical & Work Requirements
  • Regular standing, walking, and lifting of light-weight objects (up to 20 lbs).
  • Occasional assistance with heavier tasks (patient transfers, lifting).
  • Frequent mental/visual concentration typical of roles with diverse responsibilities and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • In collaboration with an RN preceptor, the Nurse Extern will:
  • Collect and document nursing histories, vital signs, and assessments.
  • Assist in developing and managing patient care plans.
  • Administer prescribed treatments and medications under RN supervision.
  • Educate patients and families according to care plans.
  • Respond to emergencies following nursing standards and protocols.
  • Support discharge planning and resource management.
  • Prepare equipment and assist physicians during procedures.
  • Participate in unit performance improvement activities.
  • Contribute to a positive team climate and serve as a role model when appropriate.

Note: Certain RN responsibilities cannot be assumed by a Nurse Extern. These limitations are clearly outlined and acknowledged during orientation.

Shift: Variable
Time Type: Part Time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 10
Cost Center: 1507 Nursing Talent Development (BMH)