New York Methodist (Brooklyn) Nurse Extern

BrooklynRN11201 · May 13, 2013

I would advise calling - it's usually the Nursing Administration/Recruitment department. Most programs have a deadline of March, however. I can't remember if I called Methodist or not, but I applied for Woodhull and just got in. It's an 8 week preceptorship - you only work 1-3 days per week, but they pay $11 per hour (not much). I know Bellevue's deadline was last week - you might be out of luck with regards to this summer, but you can always see if you can volunteer and make some connections that way. good luck!

ebinbrooklyn · May 14, 2013

I think the deadline has passed and it's full but it doesn't hurt to call and make contacts at the hospital.

marlysmarts · May 24, 2013

Thank You for your responses. Congratulations !

I was interested more in the format and activities because I was awaiting reponse at the time I posted. I also was wondering if anyone who had ALREADY completed had insight.

I will post what I have gathered so far for those who plan to apply to it in the future.

- It is a 8 week preceptorship of 2 days a week.

- One day includes a lunch and learn seminar where an expert speaks on subject related to nursing care.

- Pays 14.50/hr , you are considered a per diem employee and are allowed to work past the 8 week stint according to your availability.

- it seems many externs are hired as staff nurses given they have good evaluations and pass their NCLEX

hope that helps others.

smashnyc · May 24, 2013

Is this a program for newly graduated RNs?

marlysmarts · May 29, 2013

It's geared towards those in their junior year but there are several newly graduated nurses in the mix.

ebinbrooklyn · May 30, 2013

Super helpful, thank you! Did they say what the application deadline is and criteria for choosing? I think I'm going to apply next summer and work a little during the last semester of my ABSN.