Oklahoma Youth Apprentice- Nurse Aide

SSM Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Youth Apprentice in Nurse Aide roles, gaining hands-on experience while earning $14/hour. This role supports your growth in the healthcare field with mentorship and training, ensuring you provide excellent patient care.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Pay Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

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

• Provide safe, quality patient care and assist with daily activities.
• Respond to patient inquiries and maintain patient records.
• Assist physicians with routine examinations and testing.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

High School Enrollment

Certified Nursing Assistant

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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 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 you have completed the Oklahoma Nurse Aide certification training with a passing score on the state exam, this role is for you.

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 employers.
• Provide safe, quality patient care by answering call lights, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition.
• Create a positive patient experience by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, ambulating, feeding, skin care, hygiene, and bed making.
• Assist with procedures like toileting, turning, cough and deep breathing, catheter care, specimen collection, and recording fluid intake/output.
• Establish a compassionate environment to contribute to patient satisfaction by responding promptly and providing 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 toward graduation.
• Commit to completing 400 hours at the jobsite during the 2025-26 academic year.
• Demonstrated maturity, 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 the Midwest. We are committed to providing exceptional healthcare and revealing God’s healing presence. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, Forbes, Healthgrades, and Becker’s Healthcare for quality care and patient experience.

Job Summary: Assists with administrative and clinical duties in a physician’s office, from general office procedures to assisting in examination rooms and elementary medical laboratory techniques.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

Primary Responsibilities

• 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 prepare rooms.
• Instruct patients on specimen collection.
• Assist with testing under supervision.
• Assist physicians with routine examinations.
• Clean and prepare supplies and maintain inventory.
• Obtain vital signs.
• Respect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
• Work safely and alertly.
• 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, and frequent use of hearing, speech, and vision.
• Frequent lifting/carrying objects 0-25 lbs.
• Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, and lifting/moving patients.

Certifications

• BLS (AHA) and CNA (Wisconsin only).

Work Details

• Variable shifts, part-time (15 hours/week).
• Benefits include paid parental leave, flexible pay options, and upfront tuition coverage.

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on any protected characteristic. Learn more.