NSPIRE - Nurse Apprentice - F/T Days

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health offers a Nurse Apprentice NSPIRE program designed for newly graduated nurses from accredited programs. The initiative provides up to twelve weeks of practice immersion followed by a twelve-month nurse residency, with non-clinical and clinical immersions and shadowing opportunities to prepare for RN practice after NCLEX.

Limited patient interaction initially aims to build confidence in acute care settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Associate Degree or BSN program (GPA-minimum 3.0).
• Show proof of submission to authorize for testing and must register for licensure exam within three weeks of receiving authorization to test.
• Proof of completion of all academic requirements must be provided if the degree has not yet been granted.
• Ability to work varied days and varied hours.
• The ability to learn quickly in immersive environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.

Responsibilities

• Learns and understands the Nursing Strategic Plan and Quality Outcome drivers that impact patient care.
• Attends skill labs/simulation labs, equipment exposure and immersion opportunities (ex. Clinical Outcomes, special procedure pre & post, respiratory department, Infection Prevention).
• Synthesizes components of assessment in an ongoing and systematic manner focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, and cognitive status. May not give medications or initiate Intravenous Therapy.
• Attends and observes selected hospital-wide committee meetings. Submits reflections on experiences.
• Will gain exposure on how to create a safe patient environment by learning the principles of a high reliability organization.
• Attends and participates in learning experiences with the goal to educate the apprentice on different aspects of nursing at HMH.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Associate Degree or BSN

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Nurses Practicing in an Immersive Readiness Environment ('NSPIRE') program is a PRE-NCLEX position tailored for newly graduated nurses from an accredited institution to complete up to a twelve week practice immersion curriculum before transitioning to a twelve month nurse residency program. The Nurse Apprentice NSPIRE, will complete non clinical and clinical immersions, shadow and be exposed to the clinical environments in which they will work as a Registered Nurse upon successfully passing the NCLEX exam. As part of this structured program, the Nurse Apprentice will be immersed in an environment to observe the skills and components of being part of the healthcare team. While there will be limited patient interaction, the Nurse Apprentice will have the ability to practice selected skills and gain confidence in the acute care environment to prepare for transition into practice. The Nurse Apprentice will be exposed to a variety of immersion opportunities to perform competency-based skills.

Responsibilities

• Learns and understands the Nursing Strategic Plan and Quality Outcome drivers that impact patient care.
• Attends skill labs/simulation labs, equipment exposure and immersion opportunities (ex. Clinical Outcomes, special procedure pre & post, respiratory department, Infection Prevention).
• Synthesizes components of assessment in an ongoing and systematic manner focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, and cognitive status. May not give medications or initiate Intravenous Therapy.
• Attends and observes selected hospital-wide committee meetings. Submits reflections on experiences.
• Will gain exposure on how to create a safe patient environment by learning the principles of a high reliability organization.
• Attends and participates in learning experiences with the goal to educate the apprentice on different aspects of nursing at HMH.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Graduate of Associate Degree or BSN program (GPA-minimum 3.0) *New RNs hired without a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing will be required to obtain a BSN within 3 years as a condition of employment.
• Show proof of submission to authorize for testing and must register for licensure exam within three weeks of receiving authorization to test.
• Proof of completion of all academic requirements must be provided if the degree has not yet been granted.
• Ability to work varied days and varied hours.
• The ability to learn quickly in immersive environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

• Patient Care Technician (PCT) training.

Licenses And Certifications Required

• Not Applicable.

Licenses And Certifications Preferred

• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Compensation

Flat Rate of $42.21 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

Job Duties

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

Our Network

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility

As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.