Are you ready to take what you've learned in the classroom and bring it to life at the bedside? The Mercy Nursing Externship is an exclusive, paid winter experience designed for nursing students who are eager to accelerate their growth, build confidence, and gain meaningful hands-on experience alongside some of the most compassionate and skilled nurses in healthcare.
As a Mercy Nursing Extern, you'll work approximately 24 hours per week (two 12-hour shifts) and rotate through a variety of nursing units, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations and specialty areas while learning directly from experienced Mercy nurses who are invested in your success.
Our externship program provides an unmatched opportunity to:
Experience real-world nursing practice in a supportive acute care environment
Develop the confidence and critical-thinking skills needed to thrive as a future RN
Work one-on-one with experienced nurse preceptors who are dedicated to mentoring and developing the next generation of nurses
Explore multiple specialties and care settings to help discover where your passion and future career may lead
Build meaningful connections with clinical leaders and nursing teams across the organization
Externship Requirement: Applicants must have completed at least 2 semesters of nursing school , including a minimum of one round of clinicals , by the start of the externship
“I got to see so many things I never experienced during clinicals—like time in Ortho, PACU, and other specialty units.”
“The nurses let me take the lead and practice my skills, which made such a difference in my confidence.”
“The staff was incredibly supportive and helped me feel secure in what I was learning.”
“I was met with kindness in every unit. It made the experience so meaningful.”
“Getting to explore multiple areas was huge. It helped me understand what different units are really like and where I can see myself working.”
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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