Oklahoma Youth Apprentice- Nurse Aide

SSM Health at Home, WI; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking enthusiastic high school seniors for a Youth Apprentice program. This unique opportunity allows you to gain hands-on experience in patient care while working alongside a dedicated nursing team. You'll receive mentorship and training to develop essential skills for a rewarding healthcare career. As part of this program, you will assist with vital patient care tasks, ensuring a compassionate and supportive environment for those in need. This role is perfect for those eager to make a difference while earning a competitive wage. Join us and unlock your potential in the healthcare field!

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Tuition Coverage

Hands-on Mentorship

Qualifications

• Must be entering senior year of high school (minimum age: 16).
• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant registered on the Oklahoma State Registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing safe patient care by answering call lights and taking vital signs.
• Create a positive patient experience by assisting with daily living activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Enrollment

Certified Nursing Assistant

Advanced Unlicensed Assistant Program

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

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OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City

Worker Type

Intern/Temporary (Trainee)

Job Highlights

Are you an upcoming high school senior interested in a healthcare career? Join SSM Health as a Youth Apprentice to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and skills for in-demand healthcare roles while earning $14/hour at one of our Oklahoma locations. Unlock your potential and make a difference starting now!

Job Highlights

Youth Apprentices in nurse aide roles will join a dedicated nursing team, providing excellent patient care. You will work with a nurse mentor who will guide your training and provide ongoing support. If direct patient care excites you and you have completed the Oklahoma Nurse Aide certification with a passing score, this role could be ideal.

Job Details

• Work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and pay close attention to details.
• Maintain academic and attendance requirements for the Youth Apprenticeship Program.
• Participate in progress reviews with mentors, school staff, parents/guardians, and employer.
• Assist in providing safe patient care by answering call lights, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition.
• Create a positive patient experience by assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, ambulating, feeding, skin care, hygiene, and bed making.
• Assist with procedures such as toileting, turning, coughing and deep breathing, catheter care, specimen collection, and recording intake/output.
• Promote patient satisfaction through compassionate responses, open communication, and emotional support.
• Relay information via charting and communication to team members to ensure safety and quality care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Must be entering senior year of high school (minimum age: 16).
• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant registered on the Oklahoma State Registry.
• Must be enrolled in an Advanced Unlicensed Assistant program at a Career Tech supporting the apprenticeship.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Satisfactory progress towards graduation.
• Commit to completing 400 hours at the jobsite over the 2025-26 academic year.
• Demonstrated maturity and responsibility.
• Attention to detail, excellent attendance, and a strong work ethic.
• Foster a caring culture through interpersonal relationships and communication.

About SSM Health

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving communities across Wisconsin, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Missouri. We are committed to exceptional healthcare and revealing God’s healing presence. Recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, Forbes, Healthgrades, and Becker’s Healthcare.

Job Summary

Assist with administrative and clinical duties in a physician’s office, from general procedures to assisting in exam rooms and elementary medical laboratory techniques.

Primary Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Respond to patient inquiries in person and by phone.
• Schedule patient appointments.
• Maintain patient records and perform administrative tasks.
• Set up for exams/procedures and room patients.
• Instruct patients on specimen collection.
• Assist in testing under supervision.
• Help physicians with routine examinations.
• Clean and prepare supplies, maintain inventory.
• Obtain vital signs.
• Respect patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Work safely and attentively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Must be at least 16 years old and enrolled in high school or 18 with a diploma/GED.
• For IL/MO: Completion of a state-approved unlicensed assist personnel program or meet exempted guidelines (proof required).

Experience

No experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing, walking.
• Frequent hearing and speech use.
• Frequent lifting/carrying of 0-25 lbs.
• Reaching, gripping, keyboard use.
• Visual acuity for near and far distances and color recognition.
• Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, repetitive movements.
• Occasional lifting/moving patients weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of smell, occasional driving.

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA.
• For Wisconsin: CNA certification from the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry.

Work Shift

Variable Shift (U.S.A.)

Job Type

Employee

Department

1004000040 BJH SAH 11 MEDSURG

Scheduled Weekly Hours

15

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits, including paid parental leave, flexible payment options via DailyPay, and upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded. Explore all benefits on our website.

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.