Job Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• BSN or related baccalaureate preparation in education preferred
• Current RN license in the state that you will be working
• CPR/AED certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Certified as a CPR instructor is high desirable
• Certified as an Instructor for the Missouri Nurse Assistant Training program and CMT instructor certification preferred
• Completed specialized training in infection prevention and control through accredited continuing education
• Minimum of five years of recent clinical nursing experience required
• Educational and supervisory/management experience preferred
• Previous experience in long-term care required
• Ability to manage time and organize daily schedule to meet productivity standards
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other programs such as EMR
• Possesses integrity, initiative, and loyalty
• Must possess good communication skills and demonstrates ability to teach adults
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary
• Ability to transfer and move residents who vary with ability to assist weighing 200 lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary
• Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance as necessary
• Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with residents and equipment
• Ability to perform necessary documentation
• Visual acuity
• Must be able to manage a diversity of activities
• Good organization, critical thinking, problem solving, and mentoring skills
• High degree of ability in using tact, diplomacy and discretion
• Must be able to concentrate with frequent interruptions and multiple distractions
• A preference for understanding and responding to the physical and psychosocial needs of the geriatric population required