Registered Nurse III

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

7d

About The Position

Introduction Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today! Summary Statement The successful applicant will provide one or more of the following nursing services including, but not limited to, assessments of direct care and review of nursing care plans and other evaluative clinical documents; education on health and infection control issues; evaluation of health care facilities’ infection prevention policies and their implementation; monitoring of CNA schools and other clinical training/certification programs and agencies to ensure compliance with health care regulations; promotion and protection of the health of the entire population; prevention of illness, injury, or disability; and/or facilitation of the delivery of health care services. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of every job duty for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Requirements

• Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
• At least two years' experience as a Registered Nurse OR a Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing and at least one year experience as a Registered Nurse OR a Master's degree or higher in Nursing.
• Possession of a Delaware Registered Nurse license OR multi-state compact license.

Responsibilities

• Provides or evaluates direct nursing care.
• Develops, implements and/or reviews nursing care plans.
• Provides health care instruction and guidance to individuals, families, community groups and/or nursing home facilities in the management of their health care needs.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with other members of the treatment team.
• Prepares and submits records, reports, evaluations and forms.
• Participates in and make recommendations regarding quality assurance activities.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees