Student Nurse Apprentice

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Student Nurse Apprentice to provide clinical support at Bell Hospital and Olathe Hospital. The role includes direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision during a 200-hour clinical capstone, with progression to Nurse Associate at KC campus and Student Nurse Intern at Olathe campus.

Enrollment in an accredited nursing program and completion of Fundamentals of Nursing or Med/Surg is required, with CPR/BLS certification within 14 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and current enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
• Completion of Fundamentals of Nursing or Med/Surg course.
• 200-hour clinical capstone with transition to campus roles upon completion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate care under direct supervision of an RN.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to implement and document care plans.
• Assist with tests and procedures.
• Perform patient rounds and respond to call lights with professional service.
• Report any changes to the RN preceptor promptly.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
• Utilize the EMR to enter and secure data.
• Demonstrate time management and self-motivation in learning environment.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth through educational activities.
• Identify safety concerns or potential errors and report them.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical support

Education

High School Graduate

Enrolled in accredited nursing program

Fundamentals of Nursing / Med/Surg course

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Position Title: Student Nurse Apprentice - Bell Hospital, Olathe Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: As a current professional nursing student, this role provides clinical support to patients with the oversight of leadership and the students' affiliated school. This position provides direct and indirect care for assigned patients under the direction and supervision of an RN and in alignment with organizational and departmental policies and procedures. The Student Nurse Apprentice will work in this role for 200 hours during the semester for their clinical capstone. Upon completion of the 200 hours, they will transition into the associated campus role: Nurse Associate at the KC campus and Student Nurse Intern at the Olathe campus.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Deliver safe, compassionate, high-quality care to an assigned group of patients, under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Utilize the nursing process to work in collaboration within the healthcare team, implementing and documenting individualized plans of care, incorporating age-specific considerations, discharge planning, and patient/family teaching.
• Assist with tests and procedures.
• Performs patient rounds and answer call lights immediately, using excellent customer service techniques.
• Promptly reports any unusual incidents and/or any changes observed in condition or behavior of patient to the RN preceptor.
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
• Uses technology appropriately, whether entering or securing data in the electronic medical record.
• Practice time management, prioritization, and self-motivation to promote a positive and effective learning environment.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending inservices and meetings.
• Identify and report potential or actual concerns, medical errors, and/or near misses that could impact patient, visitor, or associate safety.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• Enrollment in an accredited nursing program and completion of a "Fundamentals of Nursing" or "Med/Surg" course
• The Student Nurse Apprentice will work in this role for 200 hours during the semester for their clinical capstone. Upon completion of the 200 hours, they will transition into the associated campus role: Nurse Associate at the KC campus and Student Nurse Intern at the Olathe campus.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous healthcare experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS within 14 days

Time Type: Part time

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.