William E Christoffersen Salt Lake Veteran's Home is now hiring Nurse Apprentice's for full time, part time and PRN positions!

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  Practices under the indirect supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) from the applicable state, who is available onsite throughout the entire shift.
• Reports directly to the individual providing indirect supervision by written or verbal instructions and face-to-face communication.
• Adhere to state rules and regulations concerning delivery of care and assures that effective quality nursing care is delivered which is outcome focused through utilization of the nursing process.
• Effectively interview the resident/responsible party to obtain information required for developing and implementing a plan of
• Identify needs and provide input for discharge planning and follow-up throughout length of stay.
• Identify needs and provide input for discharge planning and follow-up throughout length of care.
• Implement plan of care consistently, effectively and cost efficiently with focus on resident centered Identify rationale and anticipated outcomes for each nursing intervention.
• Evaluate effectiveness of the plan of care in conjunction with the interdisciplinary care team and make changes as needs are recognized.
• Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices. Transcribe physician and/or other health care professionals’ orders appropriately and accurately. Ask for clarification of questionable orders from the ordering physician and/or other health care professionals.
• Maintain an updated knowledge base in Demonstrate knowledge of policies governing medication administration and documentation.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control practices.

• Must have a nurse apprentice license in the state of UT
• Must be well-versed in inter-personal communications.
• Must meet all local health regulation and pass post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes a criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
• Proven decision making and analytical skills.
• Able to relate positively, favorably and cooperatively with others, including employees, residents, family members, and personnel of outside agencies and organizations.
• Positive attitude toward the elderly.