ICC Apprentice - Registered Nurse (RN)

Description

Pay/Benefits

• $20-$30.60 depending how many on the job learning hours have been completed.
• PTO accrual 
• Up to 10 Holidays Off Paid
• 401K Match after 30 days

Position Summary

The Apprentice – Registered Nurse is a patient care support partner with the Registered Nurse (RN) Preceptor and performs work as delegated by the RN Preceptor. The Apprentice provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care. The individual in this position is expected to perform basic care and comfort standards as well as have knowledge of the patient population needs in the assigned work area. This individual is expected to practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy of every patient and family, and to respect cultural differences during patient care. They are expected to know and adhere to all basic policies and procedures and respond appropriately during emergency situations. The Apprentice is expected to use accurate verbal and written communication and to document patient care appropriately in the electronic health record. The Apprentice receives specific verbal and written work assignments from the RN Preceptor and is expected to work efficiently by completing the work within the scheduled time. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Apprentice is expected to perform a variety of duties related to coordination of activity in the ambulatory clinic. This includes activities related to computer data entry, and other duties of a clerical nature. All duties are completed in accordance with the Heartland Health Services’ (HHS) mission, strategic goals, federal and state laws and regulations, performance and outcome objectives, and accreditation standards.  

The Apprentice is responsible for attending scheduled didactic courses, skills laboratory exercises and professional development sessions at Illinois Central College. The Apprentice is required to pass all didactic, skills lab and clinical coursework with the Illinois Central College grading standard for the specific class or better, complete the Associate Degree RN program at Illinois Central College and take the NCLEX certification examination at the conclusion of the apprenticeship program. The goal of this program is to transition into a Registered Nurse role after your apprenticeship, graduation, and completion of nursing licensure boards. Clinical experiences help grow assessment skills to assist in successful completion of the NCLEX licensure exam. 

Essential Functions – On the Job Learning

• Record Patient Medical Histories:
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patient’s conditions.
• Record patient’s medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities:
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patient’s condition.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Administer non-intravenous medications (under the supervision of nurse preceptor):
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Maintain Medical Facility Records:
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care:
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patient’s conditions. 
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment:
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Manage healthcare operations:
• Perform administrative or managerial functions, such as taking responsibility for a staff, budget, planning, or long-range goals.
• Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues:
• Direct or coordinate infection control programs, advising or consulting with specified personnel about necessary precautions. 
• Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment. 
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s condition. 
• Direct healthcare delivery programs:
• Direct or coordinate infection control programs, advising or consulting with specified personnel about necessary precautions.
• Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests:
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s condition. 
• Design public or employee health programs:
• Instruct individuals, families, or other groups on topics such as health education, disease prevention, or childbirth and develop health improvement programs. 
• Work with individuals, groups, or families to plan or implement programs designed to