Nurse Apprentice Technician Full Time Part Time PRN Days Nursing Students New Grads RN LPN

Vibra Healthcare; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a critical care hospital where you will play a vital role in patient recovery. As a Nurse Apprentice or Technician, you will assist in providing essential care and support to patients with complex medical needs. This position offers a fast-paced and friendly work environment, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with patients and their families. With opportunities for professional growth and a focus on high-quality care, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current certification as Nurse Apprentice or CNA required.
• BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing personnel in patient care activities.
• Document activities of daily living including personal hygiene.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Infection Control Procedures

Nutrition and Fluid Intake Skills

Emergency Response

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Computer and Software Applications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification as Nurse Apprentice or CNA

Active Nursing Student or Recent Graduate

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

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:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. 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.
3. Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

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