POSITION PURPOS E

The Critical Care Registered Nurse/Graduate Nurse consistently performs his/her duties demonstrating an understanding of the essential job functions as reflected in the Critical Care Registered Nurse/Graduate Nurse job description, department and hospital policies, and regulatory guidelines. Provide direct professional nursing care for assigned patients while maintaining a safe patient care environment. Responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical nursing practices. Promote the health and well-being of the patient and significant others through the care continuum utilizing the nursing process.

The Graduate Nurse will work providing patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse at all times. The Graduate Nurse will not assume charge responsibilities.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Experience/Specialized Skills/Aptitudes

Managerial skills, clinical expertise, clerical accuracy, communication skills, listening abilities, independent thinking/sound judgment; ability to deal with stress, able to react to emergency and crisis situations. Clinical, managerial, problem-solving and teaching skills. Independent thinker, ability to make sound judgments and commitment to quality care.

Pharmacology, aseptic technique, teaching skills, documentation

Licenses/Certificates:

Current PA Practice Permit/ Registered Nurse license

BLS and ACLS required, must be completed prior to the end of orientation period