Overview of the Nursing Role

The role involves utilizing the nursing process to deliver patient care, ensuring professional accountability and evaluating the effectiveness of care provided by others.
Responsibilities include coordinating patient care with other departments, maintaining patient rights and confidentiality, and performing duties aligned with organizational standards and values.

Qualifications and Skills

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program (Associate’s, Diploma, or BSN)
• Current RN license in the state or compact licensure, meeting all state board requirements
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, with additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, or unit-specific credentials as needed
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs, with prolonged standing, walking, and physical flexibility including reaching, bending, kneeling, and twisting

Key Duties

Provide patient-centered care, evaluate care effectiveness, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, uphold patient rights, and adhere to organizational standards and mission.