Nurse Externship Salary in Helena, Montana

How much does a Nurse Externship make in Helena, MT?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nurse Externship in Helena, MT is $30,861. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $28,067 to $34,127, with most professionals earning between $25,524 and $37,101.

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What is a Nurse Externship?

A Nurse Externship is a temporary position for nursing students to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role typically involves assisting with patient care, performing basic nursing tasks, and observing various procedures and treatments. Nurse externs may also have the opportunity to participate in educational sessions and workshops to further develop their skills and knowledge. This position provides valuable real-world experience and helps nursing students transition into their future careers as registered nurses.

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What does a Nurse Externship do?

Common responsibilities of a Nurse Externship

Communicating with patients and their families to provide information and support

September 01, 2023

Participating in patient education and discharge planning

September 04, 2023

Adhering to hospital policies and procedures to ensure patient safety and quality care.

September 04, 2023

Observing and learning from experienced nurses and healthcare professionals

September 09, 2023

Participating in unit and hospital-wide initiatives and projects

September 13, 2023

Assisting with patient assessments and vital sign monitoring

September 15, 2023

Assisting with medical procedures, such as wound care and catheter insertion

September 27, 2023

Assisting with medication administration under the supervision of a nurse

October 09, 2023

Documenting patient information and updating medical records

October 30, 2023

Providing basic patient care, such as bathing, feeding, and ambulating

November 04, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Nurse Externship in Helena, MT

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

28067

34127

30861

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

28104

34199

30910

What is the average salary for Nurse Externship in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nurse Externship in Helena, MT. The base salary for Nurse Externship ranges from $28,067 to $34,127 with the average base salary of $30,861. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $28,104 to $34,199 with the average total cash compensation of $30,910.

View Average Salary for Nurse Externship as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$30,861	$28,067 - $34,127
Bonus	$49	$36 - $72
Total Pay	$30,910	$28,104 - $34,199

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Nurse Externship Salary Near Helena, MT

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Great Falls, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,445 - $34,587	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Butte, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $27,276 - $33,165	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Belgrade, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $27,276 - $33,165	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Missoula, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $27,276 - $33,165	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Bozeman, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $27,276 - $33,165	COMPARE TO Helena, MT
CITY, STATE Kalispell, MT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,925 - $35,170	COMPARE TO Helena, MT

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About Helena, Montana

Helena (/ˈhɛlɪnə/) is the state capital of the U.S. state of Montana and the county seat of Lewis and Clark County. Helena was founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush, and was established in 1864. Over $3.6 billion of gold was extracted in the city limits over a duration of two decades, making it one of the wealthiest cities in the United States by the late nineteenth century. The concentration of wealth contributed to the city's prominent, elaborate Victorian architecture. At the 2010 census Helena's population was 28,190, making it the fifth least populous state capital in the Un...

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