<p>Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Nurse Extern I for its Medical-Surgical unit — an ideal position for an RN nursing student seeking hands-on clinical experience in a 288-bed acute care facility recognized for elite patient safety standards. Working under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses, the extern gains real-world exposure across patient care planning, implementation, and evaluation in a hospital system that spans two campuses and a broad spectrum of specialty services. This role is purpose-built to bridge the gap between nursing school and professional practice.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Medical-Surgical unit placement at Piedmont Medical Center Rock Hill, a 288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the surrounding region for more than 30 years</li> <li>Advanced equipment and experienced multidisciplinary staff supporting a diverse patient population across preventive, surgical, cardiac, maternal, and critical care service lines</li> <li>Cardiac Care program designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation</li> <li>Maternity services including a Level III NICU on the Rock Hill campus</li> <li>Sister campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — featuring a 24/7 Emergency Department, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services</li> <li>Recipient of the Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award from the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) in collaboration with DHEC</li> <li>Extern responsibilities include vital signs monitoring, blood glucose checks and documentation, age-specific patient interventions within scope of practice, emergency response support (codes, patient falls), and direct reporting of clinical changes to the supervising RN</li> <li>Structured to support RN students in applying classroom knowledge to real patient care scenarios under experienced nursing supervision</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Currently enrolled in an accredited professional (RN) nursing program and must have completed at least one clinical rotation prior to hire</li> <li>High school diploma or equivalent required</li> <li>American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to perform patient care activities with age-specific competency across the patient population served</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Rock Hill is one of South Carolina's fastest-growing cities, situated just south of Charlotte, North Carolina — offering easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a lower cost of living, strong public schools, and a welcoming community feel. The region features a mild four-season climate, proximity to Lake Wylie for outdoor recreation, a revitalized downtown with dining and arts, and convenient interstate access that puts Charlotte Douglas International Airport within 30 minutes. For nursing students seeking a clinically rich training environment without the cost and congestion of a large urban center, Rock Hill is an outstanding base.</p>