Cooper University Health Care

NURSE EXTERN - TRAUMA MED SURG

About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.  Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

 

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.


Short Description

The purpose of this role is to give current nursing students (traditionally between junior and senior semesters) the opportunity for real world acute care hospital experience focusing on patient care, service and excellence and assisting the Registered Nurse with high quality outcomes.

  • Administers Nursing care under the direction of the Professional Registered Nurse
  • Acclimates to the Acute Care Nursing setting
  • Participates in nursing activities previously learned/demonstrated as part of the nursing school curriculum
  • Learn the role of professional nursing and the collaboration and integration of technology and the interprofessional team

Education Requirements

  • Undergraduate Students pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (must be entering their Senior year) and completed one full clinical rotation in acute care setting
  • Minimum cumulative GPA 3.3

License/Certification Requirements

  • American Heart Association BLS

Special Requirements

  • Two Letters of Recommendation (Faculty or Professional) required
  • Ability to work 36 hours per week with no planned time-off

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