Aspiring RN: Acute Pulmonary Nurse Apprentice

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a patient care contributor under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role supports direct patient care and prepares for RN licensure in Utah.

The incumbent may rotate across shifts, including nights and weekends, to meet 24/7 patient care needs. Upon passing nursing boards and obtaining an RN license in Utah, the incumbent can apply for a Clinical Nurse position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated availability to work variable and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a 24/7 patient care environment.
• Ability to provide care to the population served.
• Demonstrated knowledge of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care per department policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and re-evaluate interventions for patient care problems under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Formulate care plans for specific patients and document the nursing process.
• Educate patients and families about post-discharge care programs under guidance of supervising nurse.
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living and maintain a safe patient care environment.
• Participate in quality management and support staffing demands of a 24/7 health system.

Job description

University of Utah Health Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a patient care contributor under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role supports direct patient care and prepares for RN licensure in Utah.

The incumbent may rotate across shifts, including nights and weekends, to meet 24/7 patient care needs. Upon passing nursing boards and obtaining an RN license in Utah, the incumbent can apply for a Clinical Nurse position.