Apprentice Nurse Inpatient

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA

1d • $18 - $24

About The Position

Summary The Apprentice Nurse Program (ANP) will function in a supportive role to a registered nurse and work collaboratively with the health care team in the management of patient care.  This position allows the student to gain experience in providing care to a diverse patient population and to develop strong communication and organizational skills.  Students will report to the Manager of the Nurse Residency Program/and or Nursing Unit Manager or designee. Clinical responsibility will be coordinated by the clinical supervisor. ANPs will perform direct patient care (hygiene, skin care, mobility, and assistance with elimination needs), obtain and record vital signs, collect laboratory specimens, document intake/output, communicate effectively with patients/staff, promote patient safety and function as a team member within the health system. Adherence to Baystate Health and department compliance policies and all applicable laws and regulations is mandatory. ANP leadership are committed to conversations with ANP members to meet the individual needs of the student.

Requirements

• RN program students actively enrolled and participating in an accredited nursing program
• Successfully complete one full semester of clinical rotation or previous experience as an ANP/ CNA/ MA/ HHA/ EMT/PCT/Medic or applicable patient care experience.
• Education: GED or HiSET
• Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• None
• None

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate care to patients.
• Assists patients with the elimination of body wastes.
• Performs POC testing
• Communicate with staff about any potentially dangerous or life-threatening situations
• Communicates to staff to provide high-quality care and treatment Communicates effectively with team, patients, and family to promote patient safety.
• Is knowledgeable or emergency procedures and resources and is ready to act in the event of an emergency.
• Assists in the delivery of ancillary services as directed
• Assists with clerical/support activities related to physician practice and treatment activities.
• Assists clerical staff as available in preparing charts for scheduled appointments.
• Monitors patients during treatment and notifies RNs of changes

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees