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- The registered nurse is responsible for the delivery of professional nursing care to assigned patients, including assessment, implementation, coordination, teaching, consulting, and evaluation of patient care. Enhances quality and professionalism of nursing practice, attains knowledge and competency, and participates in shared decision-making. On assigned shift, responsible for the coordination of and completion of work assignments for LPNs, Nurse Assistants, and/or Unit Clerks.
- Minimum Qualifications
- Work Experience
- Previous RN experience preferred.
- Education
- Graduate of a school of nursing required.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.
- Certifications/Licensure
- Kentucky RN license (or RN license in a State recognized by the Kentucky Nurse Licensure Compact Act) required, effective June 1, 2007.
- Job Specific Performance Standards
- The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.
- Utilizes knowledge, experience, and situational awareness to provide safe, high-quality, individualized care to patients.
- Applies critical thinking skills to assess, interpret, and analyze each patient’s information to design a holistic care plan in collaboration with peers and providers.
- Delegates in accordance with legal and policy parameters. Recognizes when further intervention is needed and escalates appropriately.
- Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning for professional growth and current nursing practice.
- Establishes a caregiver-patient relationship based on trust, respect, compassion, and communication to meet each patient and family’s needs.