Nurse Apprentice Neuro Surgical Trauma (Days)

Trinity Health; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive pay

Generous PTO

Benefits from day one

Retirement matching

College savings plans

Life insurance plans

Employee assistance programs

Tuition reimbursement

Educational opportunities

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, part of Trinity Health, is hiring a Nurse Apprentice for the Neuro Surgical Trauma Unit. The role supports nursing staff and delivers patient care under supervision, with duties including clerical and patient service coordination.

The unit handles post-operative and neurological injury patients, requiring flexibility for weeknights, weekends, and holidays. Minimum qualifications include active Nurse Apprentice application and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Maintain a current Nurse Apprentice application on file with the Idaho State Board.
• BLS certification required at hire (AHA/ARC/Military options accepted).
• Six months patient care experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Ability to care for Neonate to Geriatric age groups as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and non-professional services under licensed nurse supervision.
• Support unit staff with clerical, receptionist and patient service coordination.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Patient care

CNA knowledge

Age-group care

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Description

POSITION SUMMARY & HIGHLIGHTS: Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise is looking to hire a Nurse Apprentice to join our incredible nursing team on our Neuro Surgical Trauma Unit. The Neuro Surgical Trauma Unit consists of 18 critical care beds and 17 step down beds. The colleagues on this unit will care for post operative patients along with patients with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, seizures, strokes, and other neurological disorders.

Schedule

This is a PRN opportunity. Hours are from 7:00 AM–7:30 PM. Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weeknights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

You will support clinical staff at the unit level by performing clerical, receptionist and patient service coordination. You will perform various nursing care services and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients, as those of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) under the direction and supervision of the licensed nurse.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Maintain a current Nurse Apprentice application on file with the Idaho State Board required.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
• Six months patient care experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).

HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS

• market-competitive pay
• generous PTO
• multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one
• retirement planning and matching
• college savings plans for your family
• multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop
• Employee Assistance Programs
• tuition reimbursement
• educational opportunities to help you learn and grow

MINISTRY/FACILITY INFORMATION

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well‑being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based. Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health; The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II); Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.