Apprentice Nurse Pediatric Emergency Department

Apprentice Nurse Program

Baystate Healthwestern Massachusettss premier healthcare provider and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC) a Magnet Hospital for Nursing Excellenceis hiring for the Apprentice Nurse Program (ANP)!

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

This position provides an opportunity for students who would like to gain experience in a fast-paced acute care nursing environment. This position is offered to nursing students actively enrolled in a RN nursing program accredited through the ACEN or CCNE.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: ADULT EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

• Experience diverse pathologies and acuity as we serve over 122000 adult and pediatric patients annually.

• Our 72000 square foot ED is equipped with 94 private rooms separate pediatric ED separate behavioral health rooms and top-of-the-line technology.

• Providers are engaged in the department process.

• Staff committees are set up to implement change and create dynamic teams that work well together.

• BMC is a major referral care center and the only Level 1 trauma center and pediatric trauma center in the area.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• The Apprentice Nurse will function in a supportive role to a Registered Nurse and work collaboratively with the health care team in the management of patient care. This position allows the student to gain experience in providing care to a diverse patient population and to develop strong communication and organizational skills.

• The Apprentice Nurse will perform direct patient care (hygiene skin care mobility and assistance with elimination needs) obtain and record vital signs collect laboratory specimens document intake/output communicate effectively with patients/staff promote patient safety and function as a team member within the health system.

• Professional development support and encouragement to enhance confidence and skills

• Exposure to a range of diagnoses

SCHEDULE:

• ANP I- Must work a minimum of 200 hours annually excluding orientation time. Preferably an ANP I will work 36 hours in a 12-week period if feasible while actively enrolled and participating in can be (4 8 or 12-hour shifts) during the school year

• ANP II-Must work a minimum of 300 hours annually excluding orientation time. Preferably an ANP II will work 72 hours in a 12-week period if feasible while actively enrolled and participating in classes and will work expanded hours during summer and winter breaks preferably a minimum of 24 hours a week as available.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree or equivalent required

• Currently actively enrolled and participating in an accredited Registered Nurse nursing program

• Current American Heart Association BLS for the Health Care provider CPR Certification required

• Successfully completed 1 clinical rotation (including Fundamentals) or has 6 months of applicable direct patient care experience

• Current resume required with online application

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Our compensation philosophy

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay benefits and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

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Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidates relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

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