Nursing Apprentice 1 (NA1) - Acute Care - Medical/Cardiology

Denver Health • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Nursing Apprentice, under the direct supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities. The role gives nursing students an opportunity to enhance clinical skills in a hospital environment while enrolled in an ADN or BSN program. The Nursing Apprentice I adheres to the American Nurses Association standards of professional nursing and performance and the ANA Code of Ethics (2015). The role also applies the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice.

The position is in the 28-bed Telemetry Medicine Observation Unit (7A), a fast-paced medical/surgical telemetry unit specializing in cardiac patient care. The unit describes a strong team culture and opportunities for critical thinking, problem solving, and career advancement. The stated nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5, and the CNA ratio is 1:12.

Requirements

• Post-high-school diploma or certificate program.
• Must have successfully completed Med/Surg 1 at the time of application and be able to provide a transcript with the grade.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Critical-thinking skills and decisive judgment within the scope of the job.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient information and maintain a secure, trusting environment.
• Ability to perform duties and demonstrate competencies effectively and appropriately for the patients or clients receiving care or services.
• Knowledge and applicability of growth and development principles across the lifespan, and ability to assess patient-status data and interpret relevant cultural information.
• Ability to complete and maintain clinical competency standards.
• Familiarity with EHR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, measuring blood glucose, and recording intake and output.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Report abnormal findings or changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Help keep units and patient rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Develop clinical nursing skills through observation of experts and supervised hands-on experience.
• Complete documentation that complies with clinical guidelines.
• Partner with the interprofessional team to support healthcare consumer throughput by proactively addressing capacity and patient-flow problems.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to incorporate Lean principles into quality-improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Social Security replacement retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution.
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes.
• Community resource navigation support.
• Childcare discount programs and exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more.
• Education and development opportunities, including career pathways and coaching.
• Tuition assistance.
• Professional development.
• Loan forgiveness eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree