Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Nurse Extern II for its Intensive Care Unit — an expanded clinical role built specifically for RN students who want hands-on ICU experience under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses. This position bridges the gap between nursing school and professional practice, offering real patient care responsibilities in a 288-bed acute care facility recognized for elite safety standards and a nationally certified cardiac program.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA), healthcare flexible spending accounts, and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- ICU-based placement within a 288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the surrounding region for more than 30 years
- Facility services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, and a Level III NICU
- 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
- Recipient of the Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award from the South Carolina Hospital Association in collaboration with DHEC
- Sister campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — features a 24/7 Emergency Department, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services, reflecting a growing regional health system
- Extern responsibilities include vital signs monitoring, blood glucose checks and documentation, patient care planning participation, coordination with interdisciplinary health professionals, and response to emergency situations including codes and patient falls
- All significant observations and changes in patient condition are reported directly to the attending or charge RN, providing structured mentorship within the ICU environment
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an accredited professional (RN) nursing program — this role is designed exclusively for nursing students seeking expanded clinical experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire
About the Community
Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, South Carolina, situated just south of Charlotte, North Carolina — offering easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a lower cost of living and a strong sense of community. The region features a growing healthcare corridor, well-regarded public and private schools, and abundant outdoor recreation along the Catawba River and Lake Wylie. Clinicians and students drawn to a mid-sized Southern city with urban proximity and suburban livability will find Rock Hill a compelling place to build a career.