Nursing Apprentice I (NA1) - Acute Care - Medical/Oncology

Denver Health and Hospital Authority • Denver, CO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven Nursing Apprentice I for Acute Care, Medical/Oncology, in Department 9A Med/Surg Telemetry Medicine/Surgical Oncology. The unit provides inpatient oncology care, including chemotherapy administered by nurses with an Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy Provider credential. It also cares for high-acuity medical patients and is described as a pathway to critical care, the Emergency Department, and other hospital departments. The stated nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5, and the CNA-to-patient ratio is 1:12 most days.

Under the direct supervision of an RN, the Nursing Apprentice performs basic patient care activities. This role gives nursing students the opportunity to develop clinical skills in a hospital setting while enrolled in an ADN or BSN program. The apprentice follows American Nurses Association standards and its Code of Ethics, and applies the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in an ADN or BSN program.
• Successfully complete Med/Surg 1 by the time of application and be able to provide a transcript showing the grade.
• Hold a current BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Have less than one year of work experience.
• Demonstrate critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and use it only as necessary for job responsibilities or to improve patient care.
• Perform duties and competencies effectively and appropriately for the patients or clients receiving care or services.
• Understand principles of growth and development across the lifespan and be able to assess patient-status data and interpret relevant cultural information.
• Complete and maintain clinical competency standards.
• Have familiarity with EHR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, 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, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Help keep units and patient rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Develop clinical nursing skills through observing experts and supervised hands-on experience.
• Document care in compliance 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.
• Discounts and exclusive perks on major brands, travel, and more.
• Education and development opportunities, including career pathways and coaching.
• Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development.
• Loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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