<p>Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Nurse Extern II for its Intensive Care Unit — a structured clinical role purpose-built for RN students seeking hands-on ICU experience within a 288-bed acute care facility recognized for elite patient safety. This position bridges the gap between nursing school and independent practice, embedding you alongside experienced Registered Nurses in a high-acuity environment that includes advanced cardiac care, a Level III NICU, and a full spectrum of critical care services. Rock Hill is a growing community in York County with easy access to Charlotte, NC, making this an ideal launchpad for a nursing career in a well-resourced regional health system.</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>ICU placement within a 288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the surrounding region for more than 30 years</li> <li>Hands-on participation in patient care planning, implementation, observation, and evaluation under direct RN supervision</li> <li>Clinical responsibilities include vital sign acquisition (age- and condition-appropriate), blood glucose monitoring with documentation, and immediate reporting of abnormal findings to the attending or charge nurse</li> <li>Active role in emergency response situations including codes and patient falls</li> <li>Coordination of care with a multidisciplinary team of health professionals across a high-acuity unit</li> <li>Facility service lines include advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, Level III NICU, and preventive care</li> <li>Sister campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — features a 24/7 ED, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services, offering additional system-wide exposure</li> <li>Facility holds 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>Cardiac Care program designated 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> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current enrollment in an accredited professional (RN) nursing program required</li> <li>High school diploma or equivalent required</li> <li>American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, South Carolina — a fast-growing community situated just south of Charlotte, NC, offering residents the energy of a major metro within easy reach while maintaining a lower cost of living and a strong sense of community. The area features excellent public and private schools, abundant outdoor recreation along the Catawba River and at nearby Lake Wylie, and a vibrant downtown corridor with dining and arts amenities. For clinicians early in their careers, Rock Hill delivers an exceptional quality-of-life foundation alongside genuine professional growth opportunities in a nationally recognized health system.</p>