Nurse Apprentice

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Position Summary:

A Nurse Apprentice (NA) is a currently enrolled nursing student who is employed in a non-licensed capacity by an Idaho Board of Nursing approved health care agency. A nurse apprentice may, under licensed registered nurse supervision, perform all functions approved by the Board for unlicensed assistive personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, the Nurse Apprentice provides optimal patient care through data collection and collaboration with a primary RN to further learn the nursing process and observe nursing interventions for all patient populations served at Kootenai Health
• Demonstrates the ability to work with the patient’s physical, motor/sensory adaptation, cognitive, and psychological needs specific to the population being served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. When possible, the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the care
• Follows the delegation process when receiving requests from a team member
• Reads charts, dials, equipment settings, literature, and other printed and handwritten materials

• Communicates with patients, physicians, families, and co-workers in person and on telephone
• Assists patients with activities of daily living
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs
• Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
  
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled and in good standing in an accredited nursing program
  
• Successful completion of a Nursing Fundamentals course
  
• Proof of a Nurse Apprentice Approval Letter from the Idaho Board of Nursing
• Intent to pursue Nurse Residency at Kootenai Health preferred

• Working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computer skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs
• Typical equipment used in a clinical role
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
  
• Must be able to assist in patient transfer

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• A tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching
  
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
• Robust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonuses
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! Please reach out to Recruiter or Front Desk with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.