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Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

Nurse Extern Intern

Spring 2027, Winter 2027Updated on 10/21/2026
No salary listed
Internship
South Haven, MI, USA+3 moreMore locations: Paw Paw, MI, USA | Battle Creek, MI, USA | Kalamazoo, MI, USA
In PersonRotates among clinical services within the assigned hospital cluster.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
  • Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited school of nursing and be within one year of graduation, with an expected graduation date in Spring 2027 or Winter 2027.
  • Nurse Externs must complete the individual unit requirements for orientation, including hospital, core, and department-specific orientation based on the unit and experience level.
  • BLS certification is required.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various computer systems and equipment to set an appropriate plan of action.
  • Satisfactory completion of a pharmacology course or satisfactory performance on a pharmacology medication test.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and caringly, verbally and in writing.
  • Must demonstrate competencies specific to the patient population served when providing direct patient care.
  • The work requires attention to a computer or CRT for up to 40 percent of the time, considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of objects weighing 20 pounds or less, and assisting with heavier tasks such as lifting and moving patients.
  • Nurse Externs cannot assume accountability for or independently perform certain aspects of the RN role; these duties are listed in the Nurse Extern Skills List and reviewed during orientation.
Responsibilities
  • Work with an RN to implement patient care in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, guidelines, and the Nurse Practice Act.
  • Maintain and upgrade skills based on the patient population served, the type and nature of care provided, and advances in health care technology.
  • Communicate learning needs to the nurse preceptor and seek a variety of learning experiences.
  • Under the direction of an RN, set priorities, meet deadlines, and promote patient outcomes defined in the nursing care plan.
  • Use the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Coordinate care provided by other professionals and unlicensed staff, including delegation and coaching in selected situations.
  • Provide selected aspects of physical care within the scope of professional nursing practice, appropriate to patient acuity and complexity.
  • Document and communicate each patient's response to care, resource use, and anticipated needs during each tour of duty.
  • Document nursing history and physical and emotional needs and strengths for assigned patients.
  • Develop a plan of care for assigned patients based on assessment.
  • Manage assigned patient care plans by organizing and delegating therapeutic interventions and evaluating the effectiveness of care provided by self and others.
  • Take temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to assess patient condition and detect deviations from normal.
  • Observe patients, record significant conditions and reactions, implement appropriate interventions, and/or notify a supervisor or physician of patient conditions and reactions to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
  • Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques and policies.
  • Explain procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation and understanding and reduce apprehension.
  • Prepare equipment and assist physicians during patient treatments and examinations.
  • Maintain awareness of patients' comfort and safety needs.
  • Initiate patient education plans according to individual needs, physician instructions, hospital policy, and the nursing care plan, including instruction for patients and families.
  • Respond to life-saving situations in accordance with nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Manage discharge planning and preparation for assigned patients.
  • Manage personal, unit, and hospital resources effectively.
  • Rotate among the institution's clinical services within the assigned cluster, such as obstetrics, surgery, orthopedics, outpatient and admitting, and pediatrics.
  • Prepare rooms, appropriate instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures as assigned.
  • Participate in department or unit performance-improvement activities.
  • Assume responsibility for professional development.
  • Help develop and maintain a positive work climate and overall team effort in the department.
  • May act as a clinical resource and role model to Unit Clerks, USAs, PCAs, and LPNs.

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Bronson Methodist Hospital

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Bronson Methodist Hospital is a nonprofit health system serving southwest Michigan. The system provides hospital, primary, specialty, emergency, outpatient, rehabilitation, and community health services through regional care locations. It serves patients, families, clinicians, referring providers, and communities throughout southwest Michigan. Its operating model centers on coordinated hospitals and practices supported by clinical programs, technology, facilities, supply chain, and administration. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, rehabilitation, technology, facilities, administration, and patient access. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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