POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Provides and supervises direct and indirect nursing care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the general supervision of a registered nurse. Maintains overall departmental operations in accordance with the facilities mission and philosophy. Participates and maintains performance improvement activities to assure highest standards of care.
MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduated from an accredited Practical Nursing Program
Current License by State Board of Nursing required
Current BCLS required
PALS and ACLS required
PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS:
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Ability to think and work effectively under stress with frequent interruptions; to move, sit, stand, walk and bend intermittently throughout the work day, lift and/or move up to 90 pounds.
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Must possess sight and hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these sources to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
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Use of mechanical and technical equipment required for the responsibilities assigned.
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External and internal applicants who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided of or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case by case basis.
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Position has a moderate expected exposure to blood borne pathogens.
