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RN Student Apprentice - Basic - 12 Hr - RRAL Nursing Admin
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Gadsden, AL, 35901
Job Type : Contractor
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Located in Gadsden, Alabama, Riverview Regional Medical Center is a 281-bed acute-care hospital serving more than 350,000 residents in Etowah and the contiguous counties. A full range of services and programs are offered, including the only accredited Cath Lab in Northeast Alabama, Sleep Lab, Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, and Women’s Diagnostic Imaging Center. Riverview Regional Medical Center is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and is rated among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation for patient safety. Riverview is also the areas highest rated hospital, receiving Four-Stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Originally named Holy Name of Jesus Hospital, Riverview Regional Medical Center was founded in 1917 by the Sisters of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity. Riverview was purchased by Prime Healthcare in 2016. Together they continue a mission of providing quality healthcare in the community it so proudly serves. To learn more about Riverview Regional Medical Center and the services it provides, visit www.riverviewregional.com
Responsibilities
The RN Student Nurse Apprentice is an adjunct to the patient care team who works under the Registered Nurse who remains physically present and readily accessible to designate, prescribe a course of action or give procedural guidance, direction, and periodic evaluation. Direct supervision by the Registered Nurse is required for all invasive procedures. Permitted procedures must not exceed those defined as permitted by the Alabama Board of Nursing as “basic” competencies. Skills must first be verified by the program of nursing before the skill can be verified by the Registered Nurse in the clinical setting. The Registered Nurse may suspend or withdraw delegation to the RN Student Nurse Apprentice at any time. The RN Student Nurse Apprentice is responsible for documentation of all skills performed, but the Registered Nurse is responsible to verify and sign documentation requiring the signature of a Registered Nurse.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Currently enrolled in an Alabama Board of Nursing approved nursing education program, required. 2. Current Alabama Board of Nursing Student Nurse Apprentice permit, required. Note: The permit valid for the duration of the student’s enrollment in an Alabama approved nurse apprentice program or until graduation from the nursing program. It is automatically invalid if the student withdraws from the apprentice program, nursing school or does not make satisfactory progress in the nursing program. 3. Sponsor (Nursing Program) verifies the apprentice meets minimum apprentice eligibility requirements, required. 4. Current Basic Life Support Certification
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
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Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Gadsden’s growing healthcare demand, especially at facilities like Riverview Regional Medical Center, creates opportunities for RN student apprentices to gain hands-on experience while supporting patient care. This role helps bridge workforce gaps in acute-care nursing within the Etowah county region.
Yes, Alabama mandates a student nurse apprentice permit issued by the state board of nursing, valid throughout enrollment in a nursing program. This permit ensures apprentices meet regulatory standards specific to Alabama’s nursing education framework.
Prioritize mastering basic competencies verified by your nursing program, such as vital signs monitoring, patient documentation, and assisting with non-invasive procedures. Strong communication and adaptability during 12-hour shifts are essential for success.
Prime Healthcare emphasizes mentorship and skill verification, allowing RN Student Apprentices to develop clinical proficiency under direct RN supervision. This fosters a learning environment conducive to progressing toward full registered nurse licensure.
This position uniquely combines administrative exposure and patient care duties within a highly rated hospital context. Apprentices work alongside experienced RNs in both clinical and nursing administration aspects, enhancing both practical and organizational skills.
Typically, RN Student Apprentices in Gadsden earn between $15 and $20 per hour, reflecting entry-level status and local market rates. Compensation often varies with shift differentials and the apprentice’s nursing program credentials.
Expect to assist with basic nursing tasks under RN supervision, including patient assessments, documenting care, and learning clinical procedures. Twelve-hour shifts provide immersive experience, balancing patient interaction with skill development.
With increasing demand for healthcare professionals in northeast Alabama, apprentice nursing roles see steady interest but remain accessible, especially through established programs at Riverview Regional Medical Center supported by Prime Healthcare.
While primary duties focus on basic clinical skills, apprentices may have observational opportunities in specialized departments such as the cath lab or wound care, enriching their exposure to advanced nursing care within the hospital.
Community demographics, healthcare infrastructure, and regional health challenges shape apprentice responsibilities. Working in Gadsden means engaging with a diverse patient population and benefiting from a hospital rated among the safest nationally.