Job detail
Summer 2026 RN Externship Program
UT Southwestern Medical Center
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/30/2026
Location
Dallas, Texas
Core responsibilities
Externs are responsible for performing basic patient care tasks such as hygiene, frequent rounds for comfort and toileting, and accurately documenting patient information. They must immediately report any changes in patient condition or abnormal vital signs to the supervising nurse and ensure patient safety and confidentiality at all times.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be current bsn students entering their junior year, graduating in december 2026 or may 2027, and maintaining a minimum 3.0 gpa. Required certifications include current american heart association basic life support (Bls) and compliance with the cms covid-19 vaccine mandate.
bachelor degreeCommunicationConfidentialityDocumentationBLS CertificationPatient CareCollaborationPatient SafetyInfection ControlPatient RoundsVital Signs MonitoringBasic Hygiene CareAge-Specific Considerations