RN OR CIRCULATOR - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

REQUIRED LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION:

Has a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State

Current BCLS certification

Current ACLS certification preferred or basic EKG or Arrhythmia identification certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the Center. Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the Centers policies and procedures.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common professional and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common injuries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of basic mathematics. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, medical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variable.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills in the nursing process.

Demonstrates the ability to utilize recognized channels of communication.

Demonstrates the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, coworkers, and other health team members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing: 66-100%

Sitting: 0-33%

Walking: 66-100%

Lifting: 0-50 lbs as needed

Carrying: 0-25 lbs as needed

Pushing: 0-400 lbs on wheels with assistance as needed

Climbing: 1-5 flights of stairs as necessary

Pulling: As necessary while providing patient care

Bending: Proper bending as necessary to pick things off the floor

Squatting: As necessary while providing care

Rotating: Shoulders as necessary

Crawling: None

Kneeling: If necessary while providing patient care

Reaching: Overhead while providing patient care

General Comments: Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to provide patient care.

Environmental Conditions:

Inside: 95-100%

Outside: 0-5%

Temperature: 30F-115F

Fumes: Occasional

Dust: Occasional

Gases: None

Odors: Occasional

Mist: Occasional

Radiation: Occasional

Noise or Vibrations: Biomedical equipment, needles, sharps, copy machine, phones, latex, disinfectants, etc.

Hazards: Occasional contact with communicable disease, electrical equipment, etc.

Personal protective equipment: Provided (gowns, gloves, masks, head cover)