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Student Nurse Extern Program (SNEP)

MaineHealth
parental leave
United States, Maine, Rockport
6 Glen Cove Drive (Show on map)
Jan 31, 2026

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 66098

Advance Your Nursing Career with MaineHealth's Student Nurse Extern Program (SNEP)

Joining MaineHealth's Student Nurse Extern Program is more than an opportunity - it's a launchpad for your future as a registered nurse. As an extern, you'll gain hands-on experience, mentorship from skilled professionals, and exposure to real-world clinical settings that will strengthen your confidence and competence. This program bridges the gap between classroom learning and professional practice, preparing you for success after graduation.

By successfully completing Student Nurse Extern Program, you'll be well positioned to apply and secure your RN role ahead of graduation - giving you a stress-free senior year and peace of mind about your future. Even better, once you join MaineHealth as a new graduate RN, you'll automatically be enrolled in our Nurse Residency Program, ensuring a smooth transition into your professional role.

Summary:
The Student Nurse Extern (SNE) is enrolled in an accredited ADN or BSN nursing program. The SNE provides the appropriate level of patient care in various settings, under the on-site delegation and supervision of a registered professional nurse

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

  1. Education: Must be enrolled in an accredited ADN or BSN nursing program. Reference is required from Nursing Chair/Dean or enrollment in an externship for senior practicum NUR course credit
  2. License/Certifications: Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant and be on the State of Maine Registry or equivalent (registered out-of-state). Must have proof of Basic Life Support.
  3. Experience:Experience: Must complete first year of ADN or junior level course requirements of BSN in an accredited nursing program in good academic standing to be eligible to apply.
  4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
  5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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Additional Information


With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact tabor.badger@mainehealth.org

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