Nurse Extern / Spring 2026

Enrollment for the 2026 Externship at Hillcrest Hospital South. Please read all information and instructions below.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hillcrest Hospital South is a full-service 180-bed hospital providing a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services using state-of-the-art technology in a friendly community setting. Consistent performance has helped the hospital be nationally recognized for patient safety.

The Nurse Externship at Hillcrest Hospital South allows nursing students to work side-by-side with RNs and other licensed professionals. You can explore different types of nursing from Acute Inpatient to Critical Care. You will gain valuable clinical experience designed to assist with the transition from student to professional nurse. If you meet the minimum requirements below, please apply today!

Job Requirements:

• Students must be enrolled in an ACEN or CCNE accredited RN program and be in good academic standing
• Have a grade point average of 3.0 or above
• Have completed one semester of nursing clinicals with final grades reflected on an official transcript
• Must be able to attend hospital orientation in full in December or January
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

You must also submit an official transcript to Nurse.Extern@hillcrest.com