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Variable

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Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

To participate in the planning and implementation of patient care for pediatric patients and their families under the supervision of the RN. To proactively support the efforts that ensures delivery of safe patient care and services and to promote a safe environment at Children's.

By completing this application, your information will be evaluated by a nurse recruiter and considered for Nurse Externship opportunities across the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta healthcare system (Scottish Rite, Hughes Spalding and Arthur M. Blank Hospitals.)

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is recruiting talented people like YOU who will put our patients first and help make a difference in their lives. Whether delivering world-class care or finding time to brighten a child’s day, it’s our employees that make Children’s such a special place for thousands of pediatric patients each year.

As one of the nation’s leading pediatric healthcare systems, every role at Children’s is an important one. We all work together to provide the best possible care to the kids we serve. We also take care of each other. Children’s offers a variety of resources and programs to support employees professionally and personally, which is one of the many reasons Fortune magazine has recognized us as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For.”

The Nurse Extern Program is a paid employment opportunity for nursing students who are interested in pursuing a career in pediatrics. As a nurse extern, you will acquire essential knowledge of the highly specialized pediatric environment that will prepare you for a smooth transition to practice after nursing school. You will also gain access to invaluable benefits, including orientation shifts with an RN, shadowing opportunities, RN Mentoring check-ins and additional learning offerings.

Nurse externs are hired in a variety of units and have the same job responsibilities as that of an unlicensed Patient Care Technician. We offer both part-time and PRN nurse extern positions so you can find work that fits your unique needs. 

Start Dates

May 19th, June 30th, July 14th, 2025Your start date would be determined during the interview process.

Eligibility & Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing.Must have successfully completed one semester of nursing school with one clinical rotation.Preferred but not required qualifications: Your anticipated graduation date from nursing school is at least one year from your nurse extern program start date.

Certification Summary

BLS Certification is required within 30 days of hire

Specialty areas hiring:

Emergency DepartmentGeneral Pediatrics InpatientHematology/OncologyCardiac ICU, Pediatric ICU, Technology Dependent ICU, Neonatal ICUTransplant Stepdown UnitCardiac Acute Care UnitComprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit

Interview Process

Complete digital video screening questionsA Children's recruiter will contact you for next steps if you are selected to move forward in the process.

Job Responsibilities

Participates in the basic delivery of patient care as assigned by licensed professional personnel using age and developmentally appropriate interventions according to departmental standards of care.

Reinforces the education process as related to the delivery of healthcare.

Communicates information related to job activities, needs, and responsibilities for assigned shift to appropriate personnel.

Initiates and participates in continuous monitoring and improvement of the quality of care and services provided. Accepts responsibility for own growth, development, and professional conduct.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

Intern/Extern