Nurse Extern
Company: HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball
Location: Tomball
Posted on: March 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an)
Nurse Extern PRN you want with your current employer? We have an
exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball
which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare
services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball,
offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life,
career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and
programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many
common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include
prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as
telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more. Fertility and family building benefits through
Progyny Free counseling services and resources for emotional,
physical and financial wellbeing Family support, including adoption
assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of
service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Retirement readiness and
rollover services and preferred banking partnerships Education
assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent
scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work
Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term
disability coverage and leaves of absence) Learn more about
Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by
location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do
you want to work as a(an) Nurse Extern PRN where your passion for
creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are
dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be
your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Job
Summary and Qualifications The Nurse Extern delivers high-quality,
patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic
patient care services related to common nursing functions and
activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the registered
nurse (RN), the Nurse Extern assists the nursing staff in providing
patient care in accordance with the Nurse Extern’s skills/training
and the needs of the Department and consistently assists the
patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and
safe patient care environment. The Nurse Extern is currently
enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of nursing
and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is
achieved. Your responsibilities will include: Providing essential
care for patients by helping with ADLs (Activities of Daily
Living), checking vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring
comfort and hygiene Performing nursing tasks like wound care,
catheter care, collecting specimens, and other basic procedures as
you gain experience and grow in your competency Documenting care
accurately and communicating timely updates with the nursing team
to keep patient care seamless and coordinated Helping patients and
families understand their care plans and offering guidance for
their health and recovery Keeping patient areas clean and safe by
following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and
maintaining an organized environment Championing your growth and
enhancing patient care by engaging in learning opportunities,
sharing ideas to improve care, and partnering with your supervisor
or preceptor to build your personal career development plan What
qualifications you will need: Currently enrolled in an accredited
school of nursing in an Associate or Bachelor's Degree Program
Ideally at least 6 months remaining prior to graduation Completion
of Fundamentals or Foundations of Nursing course required Basic
Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment
start date Be able to work 24 productive hours in a month HCA
Houston Healthcare Tomball has provided quality healthcare to
Tomball, Magnolia and Northwest Houston communities since 1948.
Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, our 350 bed hospital is
on a 150-acre campus that features designated specialty centers:
The Orthopedic Center, The Women’s Center, the Heart and Vascular
Center and the Texas Sports Medicine Center . Our services include
a Level III Trauma Center , advanced robotic surgery program with
24/7 service, Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center,
comprehensive Women's Services and Labor & Delivery unit with Level
II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) , orthopedic care including
joint replacement, and much more. We are committed to providing
quality healthcare while making a difference in our patients’
lives. Through exceptional technology and specialized medical
staff, area residents receive a full range of medical services,
close to home. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most
comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the
leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare.
Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing
the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare
has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®
by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years,
HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the
delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other
uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital.
People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you
are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and
personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Nurse Extern PRN
opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be
contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the
basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status
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