Description

Assures optimum quality patient care by serving as resource person for other staff members, patient and family. Coordinates patient care with other departments. Assists physician.

Performs assessment skills

Plans nursing care

Intervenes with appropriate action after needs are identified

Evaluates the assessment, planning and intervention process

Demonstrates professional and personal development

Delivers direct patient care appropriate to the age of patient served including adult and geriatric patients

Reports to: Director Medical-Surgical Services

Qualifications

Minimum EducationGraduate of a Program in Discipline - Required

Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:• Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days.

Required Licenses[West Virginia, United States] Other

Current licensure by WV State Board of Nursing -or- current compact license.

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