Nursing Apprentice Salary in Nevada

The Nursing Apprentice assists nurses and physicians within scope and competency. Works under the direction of a registered nurse (RN) to provide care for patients while attending nursing school. Being a Nursing Apprentice performs clinical skills/tasks with defined competencies, including but not limited to: responding to patient care needs by answering call lights, assisting patients with hygiene care and nourishment, obtaining vital signs, checking patients' glucose, and other tasks as assigned. Documents patient care with additional signature of the RN. In addition, Nursing Apprentice may administer medications with the direct supervision of the RN and dual sign-off. Requires enrollment in an accredited nursing program and the completion of at least one clinical rotation or equivalent. Typically requires an associate degree. Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Typically reports to a registered nurse. Nursing Apprentice's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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