Nurse Extern II Fall 2025

Job Description:

• The Nurse Extern II program is a collaboration between Baptist
  Health Lexington (BHLex) and eligible accredited nursing
  programs. The school will have oversight of the practicum hours
  set up at the beginning of the semester and BHLex will have
  oversight of the NE II program.

• The program offers additional clinical practice experience to
  qualified nursing students to enhance their preparation as
  future licensed nurses.

• The goal is to have a continuity of unit and preceptor for the
  entire time at BHLex. Students participating in the program will
  transition into a staff nursing position after obtaining a
  provisional nursing license.

• Eligible students are second semester seniors electing to do their 120-hour/168-hour practicum at BHLex. Following completion of the 120-hour/168-hour practicum, students will continue working with a preceptor for approximately two 12-hour shifts per week for a total of 120/168 hours through the remainder of the fall semester.

• Apply to this job posting.

• Complete the interview process in June -July

• Onboard with Baptist Health Lexington in July-August

• Attend 1-week paid orientation prior to starting senior semester (7/2/ - 8/1).

• For questions, please contact Mary.Wunch@bhsi.com