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About The Position

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic nursing skills; knowledge and familiarity with the therapeutic effects and side effects of all medications administered.
• Basic ability to communicate and comprehend; ability to measure and comprehend certain quantities.
• Maintain current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) licensure for the state of practice.
• Must be a Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic nursing skills and a comprehensive understanding of patient care principles.
• Administer medications safely, demonstrating knowledge and familiarity with the therapeutic effects and side effects of all administered pharmaceuticals.
• Accurately measure and comprehend certain quantities relevant to patient care (e.g., vital signs, medication dosages).
• Maintain effective communication and comprehension skills to interact with patients, staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, and position objects, tools, or controls as required by job tasks.
• Observe, assess, and detect information relative to patient status and environmental conditions.
• Directly supervise assigned employee(s).
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Interviewing, hiring, and training new employees.
• Planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining employees.
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Fostering an environment conducive to high employee engagement