Nurse Extern II - Hematology/Oncology
Detroit, Michigan
The Nurse Extern II (NE II) is a member of the patient care services team with primary responsibilities for technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities.
Posted Oct 7 · New grads welcomed
- Pay
- Not posted
- Shift and hours
- Days
- Unit and setting
- Hematology/Oncology · Hospital Nurse Extern II - Hematology/Oncology
- License
- RN license
- Term
- Per Diem
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed Applicants can apply starting 6 months before graduation from an accredited school of nursing and must pass all senior courses to remain in the program.
- Also asks
- enrolled in accredited school of nursing; can apply 6 months before graduation Applicants can apply starting 6 months before graduation from an accredited school of nursing
- Also asks
- pass all senior courses to remain in the program must pass all senior courses to remain in the program
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Eligibility
- eligibility varies by location and employment status Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, and life insuranceMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Benefits401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- BenefitsGenerous paid time off (PTO)Generous paid time off (PTO)
- BenefitsCareer development and continuing education opportunitiesCareer development and continuing education opportunities
- BenefitsHealth savings accounts; healthcare and dependent flexible spending accountsHealth savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
- BenefitsEmployee Assistance program; Employee discount programEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount program
More benefits (4)
- BenefitsVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder childcare, and auto home insuranceVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder childcare, auto home insurance
- Health savings accounts, healthcare dependent flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder childcare, auto home insurance
- 0
Pay isn’t listed.
The role and schedule
- Floating
- Floats to other units
- Day to day
- ADLS
- Day to day
- vitals
- Day to day
- ambulation
- Day to day
- report all deviations from expected patient parameters to the registered nurse The NE II will report all deviations from expected patient parameters to the registered nurse.
- Care model
- assigned to an experienced RN each shift The Nurse Extern II will be assigned to an experienced RN each shift
Support on this unit
The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.
- Your preceptor
- A preceptor is assigned to you The assigned RN instructs and mentors the Nurse Extern II in the assigned clinical area and provides feedback on an ongoing basis.
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Oncology has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on Tenet Healthcare’s careers page.
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Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you’re dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!
Benefit Statement
At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Summary Description
The Nurse Extern II (NE II) is a member of the patient care services team with primary responsibilities for technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities.
The NE II is assigned to work under the supervision of a registered nurse who delegates tasks based upon patient needs and NE II skills and abilities. The NE II will report all deviations from expected patient parameters to the registered nurse. It is recognized that specific patient care tasks may vary widely in type and frequency from unit to unit or across service lines, based on the nature of the patient population being served.
The Nurse Extern II will be assigned to an experienced RN each shift and will assist with providing patient care such as ADLS, vitals, ambulation and other duties within the scope of patient care tech or equivalent. The assigned RN instructs and mentors the Nurse Extern II in the assigned clinical area and provides feedback on an ongoing basis.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants can apply starting 6 months before graduation from an accredited school of nursing and must pass all senior courses to remain in the program.
Facility Description
Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI.
The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.
EEO Statement
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Job: Nursing Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan Job Type: PRN Shift Type: Day
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2606003419
What's around it?
Detroit, MIFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about the same as the US average
- Median rent
- $1,074/mo
- Household income
- $39,938/yr, all local households, not nurse pay