Cook Children’s nurse extern program offers an exceptional pediatric learning opportunity for nursing students to develop pediatric nursing knowledge and skills in the Fort Worth Medical Center. Externs are paired 1:1 with an RN for a full time, 10 week, paid position. The program also provides an ideal experience for those planning to apply for the Nurse Residency program as a newly graduated nurse.
Who may apply: Nursing students enrolled in a BSN program with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and 2 clinical courses completed by May 16, 2025.
Program timeline:
January 31- Application deadline
February 17-21 – Applicant interviews
February 24-28 – Selection and notification
May 19 – Program start
July 26 – Program end
Applicants complete an online application as well as an additional information form. Transcript(s) and two letters of recommendation are required.
For more information contact:
Jennifer Stephen PhD, RN, CPN Jennifer.stephen@cookchildrens.org
Katy Yanez MSN, RN, CNOR Katy.Yanez@cookchildrens.org