Summer 2027 Clinical Nurse Extern

Job overview

The Summer 2027 Clinical Nurse Extern role is onsite in Arlington, VA, with compensation of $21–$80 per hour. This paid, eight-week summer program at VHC Health offers nursing students experience alongside an experienced registered nurse in an acute-care setting. The program is scheduled to start in May 2027. Under direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the extern assists with routine patient-care duties, observes changes in patient status, and helps maintain a clean and safe environment. The experience supports clinical skill development and participation in the healthcare team; successful program completers may have the potential to maintain per diem status afterward.

What you'll do

• Under direct supervision, perform routine patient-care duties and activities of daily living
• observe changes in patient status
• help provide a clean and safe environment
• transport patients
• and perform related duties. Attend all eight weeks and be available for both day and night shifts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

clinical nurse extern

summer 2027

nursing student

acute care

patient care

registered nurse supervision

arlington va

vhc health

part-time

$21–$80/hr

eight-week program

day and night shift availability

bls required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage subject to eligibility
• additional wellness and retirement benefits. Paid eight-week externship program.

Why this role

For nursing students who have completed fundamentals of nursing coursework and a clinical rotation. High school or equivalent and BLS certification are required. The program is eight weeks, paid, starts May 2027, and requires availability for both day and night shifts.

About the employer

VHC Health is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.