Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical
Nature And Scope
This position is challenged to diagnose and treat human responses to health problems. The incumbent must provide optimal patient/resident care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents and families. Demonstrates the cognitive and psychosocial needs specific to the population to be served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. This position requires a scientific knowledge base and ongoing growth and learning. When possible the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation efforts of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN coordinates care between other professionals as needed.
Requirements
- Required and/or Preferred Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Nevada.
- Licenses: Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license.
- Certifications: Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association standards.
- Other Specific Department Required Certificates: Employees will obtain the extra certifications within six months, unless otherwise specified, of being hired or transferring into the department that requires the additional certificates.
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: Requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, OCN, and chemotherapy/biotherapy training are preferred.
Benefits
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Pay
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Schedule
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