Nurse Extern (June - August 2026) - PRN

Position Title: Nurse Extern (June - August 2026) - PRN Department: Nursing Student Programs Job Description: Job Description Start date: June 2026 Completing an externship at OU Health provides a launching point for your nursing career and hosts a large variety of medical specialties including: Adult and pediatric intensive care Adult and pediatric oncology Adult and pediatric acute care Adult and pediatric cardiovascular surgery and intensive care Neonatal intensive care Obstetrics (Labor & Delivery, Mother-Baby Unit, Obstetric Special Care) Emergency care Externs are expected to work full time (approximately 36 hours/week) June - August as paid employees of the OU Health System with numerous opportunities to extend your employment with OU Health after completion of the externship. This opportunity provides individuals with the ability to expand clinical knowledge and gain exposure to the OU Health system. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate an openness to learning within a variety of clinical settings and patient populations. The externship will serve as an opportunity for expanding clinical knowledge, skills, and mentorship with nursing leaders in the OU Health system. General Description: The Nurse Extern program is designed specifically for nursing students between their junior and senior year of nursing school. Under direct supervision, the Nurse Extern will work with a mentor in an area of clinical focus, such as: Pediatrics, Surgery, Emergency, Cardiovascular or Women’s Services, to receive training and expertise to aid in preparation for a professional career in nursing. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Works with a bedside mentor while performing basic patient care. May work with nurses in expanded or advance practice roles such as Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioners, Pain Management Nurses or Case Managers. May provide presentations to healthcare team members or leadership. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Nursing student currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing and between junior and senior year of the program. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required. Experience: None. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of nursing techniques and practices. Ability to perform basic patient assessment. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and coworkers. Good computer skills. Good problem solving skills. #CB Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.