CVCC-LPN PROGRAM PRACTICAL NURSE APPRENTICE - APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

East Alabama Medical Center; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, Alabama, seeks a Student Practical Nurse Apprentice to support the licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care under supervision. The role participates in the hospital's apprenticeship program, aligning with educational milestones and patient care goals.

The position emphasizes adherence to patient confidentiality, safety standards, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team within the East Alabama Health network.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Alabama Board of Nursing approved nursing program that has a nurse apprentice partnership with East Alabama Health.
• Completed foundational clinical nursing coursework/semesters.
• Has obtained Board-approved basic nursing skills competency validation.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nurses in direct patient care under supervision.
• Support diagnostic and treatment procedures as outlined in the patient plan of care.

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Foundational clinical nursing semester

Competency validation approval

Job description

CVCC-LPN PROGRAM PRACTICAL NURSE APPRENTICE - APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

East Alabama Medical Center OPELIKA, Alabama, United States

About this position

EAMC MISSION

At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control.

POSITION SUMMARY

A student practical nurse apprentice assists the licensed practical nurse or registered nurse in the practice of professional nursing by providing direct patient care to promote patient comfort and facilitate the performance of diagnostic and treatment procedures as outlined the patient's plan of care. Works under the direct supervision of the primary LPN or RN. Maintains patient confidentiality. Works within the scope of practice and educational preparation. Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Current program enrollment in an Alabama Board of Nursing approved nursing educational program that has a nurse apprentice partnership with East Alabama Health.

Completion of foundational clinical nursing semester.

Has obtained approval and basic competency validation of Board approved nursing skills from the nursing educational program.

N/A

Required Registration/License/Certification

BLS within 30 days of hire/transfer

Student Nurse Apprentice Permit (provided by ABN) w/in 30 days of hire/transfer

Preferred Education

N/A

Preferred Experience

Experience working in a hospital setting

Preferred Registration/License/Certification