About the posting
“NOTE: This is a temporary, full-time position of 36 hours a week that will run 10 weeks.”
Read the full posting on VCU Health's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 10, 2026.
Pay in context
VCU Health does not list pay for this role. 9 percent of nursing postings in Richmond, VA area do; their median is $91,700.
How long it has been open
Posted Oct 9, 2026, 15 days ago, and seen on VCU Health's careers page today.
At 15 days old, it is under the 23-day median.
VCU Health's postings we have seen close took a median of 3 days.
VCU Health at a glance
VCU Health has 364 open postings that we can see, 122 in nursing; 0 percent list pay.
The application
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Place and cost of living
On site in Richmond, VA area; prices in VA run 1 percent above the US average.
The nursing market in Richmond, VA area
126 nursing postings in Richmond, VA area are open right now, from 13 employers.
Half of them have been open 23 days or less.
From VCU Health's posting
This is VCU Health's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on VCU Health's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, licensed independent practitioner, or manager, the Nurse Extern assists with a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities. These direct activities may include, assistance with activities of daily living, comfort care, safety, nutritional support and performance of selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks and procedures as directed. Indirect patient care activities may include maintaining a clean, safe environment, sterilization and ensuring adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
NOTE: This is a temporary, full-time position of 36 hours a week that will run 10 weeks.
Please ensure your resume includes the name of your school, the degree you'll be receiving, and the month and year of your anticipated graduation date to avoid delays.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED: N/A
Experience PREFERRED
Acute care experience as a nursing assistant or aide experience
Education/training REQUIRED
Completion of first semester junior year in a BSN program dependent upon school curriculum. Associate Degree and Diploma programs: completion of first year or a minimum of two semesters of basic nursing courses.
Education/training PREFERRED: N/A
Independent action(s) required
Functions under direction of RN in providing patient care, emotional support, nursing in-services, patient conferences, rounding with physicians and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure. Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes, legal issues, directed care which deviates from standard, identify educational resources to meet developmental needs
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.
Age Specific groups served
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Other: describe exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple Priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
Compensation Rate: $18.25
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
Compensation Rate: $18.25
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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