Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Nurse Extern II for its Cardiovascular Step Down unit — an ideal position for an RN student seeking structured, hands-on clinical experience within a 288-bed acute care facility recognized for elite cardiac care. This role places you directly alongside Registered Nurses in a high-acuity CV environment, supporting patient care planning, implementation, and real-time clinical observation. Piedmont's Cardiac Care program holds Blue Distinction Center designation from BlueCross BlueShield and national certification from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, making this an exceptional training ground for nurses pursuing cardiovascular or critical care pathways.
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
- Cardiovascular Step Down unit within a 288-bed acute care facility with a dedicated, nationally recognized Cardiac Care program
- Structured extern program designed specifically to expand clinical experience for RN students while contributing meaningfully to patient care delivery
- Responsibilities include blood glucose monitoring and documentation, vital signs acquisition (age- and condition-appropriate), and direct reporting of abnormal findings to the attending or charge nurse
- Active participation in patient care planning, implementation, observation, and evaluation under RN supervision
- Responds to emergency situations including codes and patient falls, providing appropriate initial response
- Collaborative care model — coordinates with multidisciplinary health professionals across the unit
- Facility services include advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, Level III NICU, preventive care, and surgical services
- Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score recipient and Certified Zero Harm Award honoree from the South Carolina Hospital Association in collaboration with DHEC
- Sister campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — offers additional system-wide growth opportunities, featuring a 24/7 ED, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services
- Piedmont Medical Center has served York County and the surrounding region for more than 30 years, providing a stable, community-rooted practice environment
Qualifications
- Current enrollment in an accredited professional (RN) nursing program required
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire
- Demonstrated empathy, attention to detail, and ability to communicate clinical observations accurately and promptly to supervising RN staff
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 mild four-season climate, proximity to Lake Wylie for outdoor recreation, a growing arts and dining scene, and highly regarded public and private school options. For clinicians and students building a career in healthcare, Rock Hill combines the professional resources of a Charlotte-adjacent market with the quality of life of a mid-sized Southern city.