Nurse Apprentice/Technician

Vibra Healthcare, LLC.; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO and HSA options

Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability Benefits

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Work life balance

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Vibra Hospital of Denver in Thornton, CO, seeks a Nurse Apprentice to assist licensed staff with patient care and daily living activities in a fast-paced acute care setting. Responsibilities include documenting care, maintaining safety, and recognizing emergencies.

Candidates must be enrolled in a nursing program or be a current nursing student, with active certification (Nurse Apprentice/CNA) in the state and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Active nursing student enrolled in a nursing program.
• Certification to practice as Nurse Apprentice/Nurse Technician or CNA in the state of employment.
• Current BLS certification from Vibra-approved vendor.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nurses in patient care and activities of daily living.
• Document activities and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Recognize emergencies and respond promptly.

Skills

Active nursing student

Nurse Apprentice/CNA certification

BLS certification

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

We are seeking Nurse Apprentices to join our team!

Hospital Details

Vibra Hospital of Denver, located in Thornton, CO, is a 54 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.