RN Apprentice Nurse, Part Time, Shift Varies

Huntsville Hospital Health System • Decatur, AL

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About The Position

The Student Nurse Apprentice demonstrates Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision, and values through behavior. Working under the supervision of a licensed nurse serving as a preceptor, the apprentice provides direct patient care and maintains patient care standards. The role requires the ability to work with people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, organize and prioritize multiple tasks, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Enrollment in a Board-approved nursing education program.
• Active participation in a registered apprenticeship.
• Student Nurse Apprentice permit issued by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and select advanced nursing care within the Student Nurse Apprentice scope of practice and under the supervision of a licensed nurse, addressing patients’ psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and physical needs.
• Provide patient care appropriate to each patient’s age, gender, socioeconomic status, education, physical and mental abilities, and racial and ethnic background.
• Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Explain care to patients and families before providing it and answer questions within the scope of practice.
• Remain flexible and organized and function appropriately in stressful situations.
• Respond to patients in emergency or physically distressing situations.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with current standards and guidelines.
• Use resources appropriately and accept accountability for their utilization.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the Student Nurse Apprentice scope of practice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED