Nurse Apprentice, F/T Days
Hackensack Meridian Health
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 5 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Microsoft Office
- Nice to have
- Patient care
- Work
- On-site in Neptune City
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Patient care85%Microsoft Office7%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 4, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Nurses Practicing in an Immersive Readiness Environment ('NSPIRE') program is a PRE-NCLEX position tailored for newly graduated nurses from an accredited institution. This program is designed to complete up to a twelve-week practice immersion curriculum before transitioning to a twelve-month nurse residency program. The Nurse Apprentice NSPIRE will complete non-clinical and clinical immersions, shadow, and be exposed to clinical environments. While there will be limited patient interaction, the Nurse Apprentice will have the ability to practice selected skills and gain confidence in the acute care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Learns and understands the Nursing Strategic Plan and Quality Outcome drivers that impact patient care.
- Attends skill labs/simulation labs, equipment exposure, and immersion opportunities (e.g., Clinical Outcomes, special procedure pre & post, respiratory department, Infection Prevention).
- Synthesizes components of assessment in an ongoing and systematic manner focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, and cognitive status.
- May not give medications or initiate Intravenous Therapy.
- Attends and observes selected hospital-wide committee meetings and submits reflections on experiences.
- Gains exposure on how to create a safe patient environment by learning the principles of a high reliability organization.
- Attends and participates in learning experiences to educate the apprentice on different aspects of nursing at HMH.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Graduate of an Associate Degree or BSN program (GPA minimum 3.0).
- Must show proof of submission to authorize for testing and register for the licensure exam within three weeks of receiving authorization to test.
- Proof of completion of all academic requirements must be provided if the degree has not yet been granted.
- Ability to work varied days and varied hours.
- The ability to learn quickly in immersive environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.
Qualifications
- Graduate of Associate Degree or BSN program (GPA minimum 3.0).
- New RNs hired without a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing will be required to obtain a BSN within 3 years as a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Patient Care Technician (PCT) training.
- AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
Compensation
- Flat Rate of $42.21 Hourly