Nurse Extern

shepherd· LE1000 Shepherd Center, Inc.
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📍 Atlanta, GAFull time

About this role

About Shepherd Center 

With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by U.S. News as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.

Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers, strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years.  

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern performs duties in an ethical manner, ensuring patient safety, privacy, dignity and confidentiality. The Extern interacts with and pursues professional development with all unit staff, while maintaining appropriate professional image, practicing in a Shared Governance model of nursing practice.

- Observe and effectively communicate changes in patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse - Respond appropriately to emergency situations. - Perform procedures, report clinical observations, and assist with activities of daily living. - Practice standard precaution and isolation procedures to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Nurse Extern position at shepherd?
The salary for this Nurse Extern role at shepherd is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Nurse Extern position at shepherd located?
This Nurse Extern role at shepherd is based in Atlanta, GA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Nurse Extern role at shepherd full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Nurse Extern role in the LE1000 Shepherd Center, Inc. department at shepherd.
Which team or department does the Nurse Extern at shepherd belong to?
This Nurse Extern position is part of the LE1000 Shepherd Center, Inc. department at shepherd. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Nurse Extern position at shepherd?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to shepherd's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Nurse Extern job at shepherd posted?
This Nurse Extern position at shepherd was posted on Oct 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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