Clinical Practice Lead RN, Neurology - Dover and Portsmouth

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP); Dover; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide exceptional patient care and support. In this role, you will be responsible for interpreting medical care plans, administering medications, and monitoring patient conditions. Your expertise will help ensure that nursing care is delivered safely and competently, while also collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals to enhance staff competencies. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values diverse skills and perspectives. If you're passionate about nursing and committed to patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Active Registered Nurse license in NH is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor patient reactions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and vital signs.
• Collaborate with staff to assess learning needs.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Decision-Making

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

ACLS Certification

BLS Certificate

Oncology Certified Nurse

Neonatal Resuscitation Certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification

Job description

Summary
Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients. Acts in lead capacity to other nursing staff.
Essential Functions:
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
- Administer medication to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Collaborates with nurse managers and staff to assess the learning needs and competencies of staff.
- Demonstrates best practices for staff to follow.
- May participate on teams or perform special projects/assignments.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards

Education

• Associate's Degree Nursing required

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred

Licenses and Credentials

• Active Registered Nurse in the state of NH required

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS Certification] preferred

• Basic Life Support [BLS] Certificate preferred

• Oncology Certified Nurse [OCN] preferred

• Neonatal Resuscitation Certification [NRP] preferred

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification preferred

Experience

• Clinical nursing experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.

• Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to build strong relationships.

• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.