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Nurse Extern
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bakersfield, CA, 93301
Job Type : Temporary
Salary : 24-26.09 HOUR
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Is expected to perform duties in alignment with the mission and policies of the organization. Performs duties in support of and in compliance with the performance improvement plan, Joint Commission and other licensing, accrediting and regulatory agencies. Provides care for patients of newborn through geriatric ages. Is expected to practice skills taught previously in the RN training program in order to become more proficient in the procedures routinely performed by RNs. The NE may provide patient care, including treatments and sterile procedures, under the supervision of a RN preceptor. The NE is responsible to the assigned RN preceptor for patient care and nursing procedures, excluding taking or noting physician's orders and skills for which the student has been given no prior formal instruction.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Credit Course Program for Bakersfield College and California State University, Bakersfield
- Resume
- Completion of one year in an accredited school of nursing program
- Completion of one medical surgical clinical rotation.
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT-AHA (CT CPRBLS)
- Able to communicate and write clearly in English.
- Work at a fast pace in an active work environment.
- Stand and walk for prolong periods of time.
- Must be currently enrolled and in good standing
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital includes 385 general acute beds, 48 licensed critical care beds, 13 state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a full-service Emergency Department with an Accredited Chest Pain Center and Nationally Certified Stroke Center. In addition, we offer a beautiful Family Care and Birthing Center, the Lauren Small Children's Center including the area's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Family Care Center, a Level II NICU, the Sarvanand Heart, and Brain Center with Kern County's first Bi-Plane Interventional Suite, the Center for Wound Care and Hyperbarics, and many more services. Memorial Hospital is a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital and is home to the Bakersfield Ronald McDonald House. Memorial Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1956. Click here to learn more about Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
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Frequently asked questions
Nurse Externs in Bakersfield gain hands-on experience by performing nursing procedures under RN supervision, integrating skills learned in nursing school with actual patient care across all age groups. This role enhances clinical proficiency while contributing to meaningful patient outcomes in a fast-paced hospital setting.
A Nurse Extern must have completed at least one year in an accredited nursing program and a medical-surgical clinical rotation, plus hold a Basic Life Support certification. These prerequisites ensure readiness to assist RNs with patient treatments and sterile procedures while enrolled in good standing.
Externship programs provide immersive clinical exposure, allowing Nurse Externs to practice routine nursing tasks and critical care procedures under supervision. This hands-on experience accelerates skill development, familiarizes students with hospital protocols, and builds confidence essential for transitioning to licensed RN roles.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers Nurse Externs access to advanced facilities like the pediatric ICU and stroke center, fostering specialized learning. The organization's commitment to compassionate, community-focused care provides an enriching environment ideal for developing clinical expertise during externship.
The organization aligns extern duties with regulatory requirements, ensuring that Nurse Externs follow accredited training protocols and compliance standards. Supervision by experienced RN preceptors helps externs execute safe patient care, meeting both state licensure expectations and hospital quality benchmarks.
Given Bakersfield Memorial's reputation and comprehensive care services, Nurse Extern roles attract many applicants. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate clinical readiness, effective communication skills, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment to stand out in this sought-after externship.
Nurse Externs in Bakersfield usually earn between $15 to $22 per hour, depending on experience and facility. This compensation reflects local market conditions and the extern’s level of clinical training, with programs at major hospitals like Catholic Health Initiatives often offering competitive wages.
Bakersfield experiences steady demand for Nurse Externs due to its growing healthcare infrastructure and community health needs. While smaller than metropolitan areas, local hospitals like Bakersfield Memorial provide ample externship opportunities, balancing a manageable applicant pool with quality clinical exposure.