Nurse Apprentice Full Time Nursing Students

Vibra Healthcare; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO

Prescription plans

Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability Benefits

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Work life balance

Job summary

Vibra Hospital of SE Massachusetts in New Bedford, MA, seeks Nurse Apprentices to join our 90-bed critical care hospital. You will work closely with licensed nurses to provide compassionate patient care and support to families in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

As a Nurse Apprentice, you will assist with ADLs, document care activities, and respond to emergencies while developing clinical skills. This role offers growth opportunities within Vibra Healthcare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current, valid Nurse Apprentice/Technician or CNA certification in the state of employment or active nursing student.
• Active Nursing student enrolled in a Nursing Program.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nurses in patient care, including activities of daily living and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Document activities of daily living and monitor for emergencies.
• Utilize infection control procedures and basic nutrition/fluid intake skills.

Skills

Nurse Apprentice certification

BLS certification

Computer literacy

Regulatory knowledge

Organizational skills

Independent decision making

Patient care experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing student enrolled in a Nursing Program

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

Vibra Hospital of SE Massachusetts is seeking Nurse Apprentices to join our team!

Hospital Details

Vibra Hospital of southeastern Massachusetts, located in New Bedford, MA, is a 90 bed Critical Care Hospital, providing acute care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. Often our patients require additional critical care services for medically complex conditions such as trauma, infectious diseases, wound healing, cardiovascular disease, stroke, amputation and ventilator weaning. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to licensed nursing personnel in the provision of patient care by providing and documenting activities of daily living, including personal hygiene and grooming, and providing a clean, healthy and safe environment. Utilizes basic infection control procedures, basic nutrition and fluid intake skills. Recognizes emergency situations and responds.

Required Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current, valid, and active certification to practice as a Nurse Apprentice, Nurse Technician or Certified Nursing Assistant as applicable in the state of employment required; OR must be an active Nursing student enrolled in a Nursing Program or recent graduate of such program and allowed to practice as a Nurse, Nurse Apprentice or Nurse Technician in the state of employment required.
• Must be an active Nursing student enrolled in a Nursing Program.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Acute care/LTAC experience preferred. Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal – provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance

At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world‑class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.