Jaimie Alexander joins 'Nurse Jackie'

Jaimie Alexander has reportedly signed up for a role in Nurse Jackie.

The former Kyle XY star has landed a multi-episode arc in the comedy, Entertainment Weekly says.

She is expected to play Jackie's sister-in-law Tunie. The character has been described as immature and "wild".

Alexander has allegedly signed a deal to appear in at least four episodes of the upcoming third season.

Nurse Jackie is expected to return to Showtime in January.