Description
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Job Summary: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. -Assume responsibility for an assigned group of patients. -Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. -Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. -Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary. -Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. -Delivers patient care competently. -Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. -Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. -Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. -Delegates tasks to support staff.
Skills
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Required Skills & Experience: -One year of experience -Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques and procedures. -Ability to organize, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. -Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees. -Good verbal and written communication skills. -Some computer skills. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A
Education
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Required Education:
-Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
Preferred Education:
-Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC).
-Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
-ACLS (American Heart Association) required on hire.
-Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certificate required on hire.
-Neonatal Resuscitation Program required on hire.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-N/A