What is the rate of pay? The hourly rate of pay for 2025 Nurse Externs will be $20 per hour.

Will I need to purchase a uniform for the externship? No, you do not need to purchase a uniform.

Can I apply to stay with the organization as a Student Nurse Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant after the externship? Yes, we encourage you to consider joining our team.

Is housing available for the summer? Single or double occupancy air conditioned rooms with laundry and kitchen facilities are reserved on the UW-Madison campus for a reasonable rate. A meal plan option can be purchased from a nearby university dining hall.

Is parking available for the summer? Parking information will be sent to you once you accept your offer of employment. UW Health also offers a free bus pass.

What will my schedule look like? Nurse externs will work 36 hours per week. You will be expected to be available for all shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Your schedule will mirror your clinical coach’s schedule.

Can I apply for the Nurse Residency Program while I am a Nurse Extern? For those interested in Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 co-horts, we will begin accepting applications on November 1, 2024.  Spring 2025 graduates can apply in September 2025. 

Additional questions? Contact Erin Schmitt, BSN, RN, Nurse Recruiter, at eschmitt@uwhealth.org