Nurse Apprentice: Hands-On Care to RN

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics seeks a Patient Care Associate to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This part‑time role supports patient needs in a busy 24/7 health system at Huntsman Cancer Hospital in Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, documenting care, educating families, and maintaining a safe, clean environment while participating in quality improvement and team care efforts.

Qualifications

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. ECredential must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• One of the following licenses is required: Temporary RN Apprentice or Temporary Graduate Nurse license in Utah.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and re-evaluate interventions under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Formulate care plans and document nursing process in patient records.
• Educate patients and families about post-discharge care and follow-up.
• Participate in total quality management to improve patient and system outcomes.
• Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and support safe patient environments.
• Support with indirect patient care tasks such as transport, stocking and maintaining equipment.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Skills

Rotating shifts

Patient care

Communication skills

Lifespan knowledge

Job description

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics seeks a Patient Care Associate to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This part‑time role supports patient needs in a busy 24/7 health system at Huntsman Cancer Hospital in Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, documenting care, educating families, and maintaining a safe, clean environment while participating in quality improvement and team care efforts.