Nurse Apprentice Med Surg
About The Position
The Nurse Apprentice works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) in the clinical setting and participates appropriately in the patient care delivery process. The Nurse Apprentice is expected to work at least 12 hours per week during their last semester, as allowed under the State of Utah guidelines for a Nurse Apprentice. Essential Functions Routinely observes, discusses, and demonstrates understanding of the steps in the nursing process and how the patient plan of care is developed, implemented, and revised to meet the needs of the patient (under direct supervision of an RN). Assessment: Collects patient data (e.g., vital signs) and reports significant changes in patient condition to the supervising RN. Completes accurate documentation, which is verified by the supervising RN. Evaluation: Reports patient responses to treatments and collaborates with the RN regarding changes requiring modification of nursing interventions to meet patient needs. May also assist an RN with the following (1:1 supervision required): Arterial line (ART) line blood draws Blood transfusion IV therapy Oral medication administration Initiating tube feedings Skills Patient Care Vital Signs Nursing Process Nursing Supervision Nursing Interventions Care Planning Intravenous Therapies Medication Administration Medication Preparation #newgradRN
Requirements
- Licensed and registered as a Nurse Apprentice with the state of Utah
- Enrolled in an accredited nursing school program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for healthcare providers
Responsibilities
- Collects patient data (e.g., vital signs) and reports significant changes in patient condition to the supervising RN.
- Completes accurate documentation, which is verified by the supervising RN.
- Reports patient responses to treatments and collaborates with the RN regarding changes requiring modification of nursing interventions to meet patient needs.
- Assists an RN with Arterial line (ART) line blood draws.
- Assists an RN with Blood transfusion.
- Assists an RN with IV therapy.
- Assists an RN with Oral medication administration.
- Assists an RN with Initiating tube feedings.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
