Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Provides care to patients under the direction of a physician.

• Mentors, develops and trains new staff and students.

• Perform acts that are within the scope of practice as defined by the applicable licensing board.

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients as described in unit/department-based competencies, policies, and procedures.

• Accurately evaluate patient needs and review/maintain a comprehensive care plan within scope

• Promotes patient’s independence by establishing patient care goals and including the patient and family in discussions regarding medical issues, testing, medications, and self-care skills.

• Provide for accurate administration and evaluation of medication, management of medication orders, and delivery of medication to patients in a timely manner.

• Educate the patient/family on physical, emotional and psychosocial aspects of care, disease process, symptom and pain management, and signs and symptoms of death (when appropriate).

• Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy.

• Observes the patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions and reports any changes as directed.

• Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.

• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).

• Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.

General Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

People Management Responsibilities:

Does this position have people management responsibilities?: 

☐ Yes 🗷 No

“Yes” indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.

"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required License/Certifications/Registrations

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas or compact state.

• Current BLS/CPR card from approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIHSS, AWHONN may be required per department/entity policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Previous experience in a similar environment

Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations

• none

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to apply the basic principles of nursing.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

• Keyboarding skills and basic computer skills.

• Multi-tasking and prioritization skills.

Physical Requirements:

With or without accommodation.

• Heavy Work: Occasionally exerting up to 100 lbs - constantly exerting up to 20 lbs. 51-75% of the day may be standing or walking.