Student Nurse Apprentice - Deer River

Building Location:

Essentia Homestead

Department:

45105 Nursing Administration

Job Description:

The Student Nurse Apprentice, under the guidance of a Registered Nurse preceptor, will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated. The Student Nurse Apprentice provides basic patient care and supports the nursing staff in various duties and also performs nursing tasks aligned within their current scope of practice (e.g., nursing assistant or practical nursing) during educational breaks and upon completion prior to passing NCLEX exam. Student Nurse Apprentices must be enrolled in a nursing program and work at an entry-level, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care, offering hands-on experience.

Education Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility

• Measure and record patients' vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration)

• Help with patient positioning, transferring, and ambulation.

• Monitor and report changes in patients' condition to the supervising nurse

• Perform basic clinical procedures as directed by the nursing staff, such as dressing changes, catheter care, and specimen collection

• Assist in preparing patients for medical examinations and procedures

• Set up and clean medical equipment and patient rooms.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities

• Ensure patient records are updated and comply with healthcare regulations and standards

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members

• Provide compassionate and respectful care, addressing patients' concerns and questions

• Apply theoretical knowledge from nursing education to practical situations

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a current Minnesota resident

Educational Requirements:

• Must be a second year ADN nursing student enrolled in Minnesota North College's accredited registered nursing program

• Must achieve learning objectives as designated by their academic nursing education program outlined in course syllabus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques

• Ability to follow instructions and work under the supervision of licensed nurses

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, moving patients, and standing for extended periods

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Current Basic Life Support certification (BLS)

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

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