POSITION OVERVIEW:

Provides direct patient care to medical/surgical/cardiovascular patients needing advanced monitoring. Required to operate advanced medical equipment including use of central lines including A-lines, multiple IV’s balloon pumps, Impella pumps, and patients requiring Ventilation Support, or Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy. As well as care for general medical and surgical patients on the in-patient unit. Has ability to assess and implement established policies and procedures with minimal supervision. Acts as a clinical leader and assists with precepting staff. Provides direct care for patients in the Hospital from admission to discharge in all aspects of care including discharge planning. Gives direction to RN, LPN, CNA, Housekeeping Staff, Dietary Staff. Receives direction from Providers, Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Chief Nursing Officer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: .

Graduate of an registered nursing program.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Current State of Montana RN Licensure.
• BLS and ACLS required.
• Complete PALS courses within 6 months of hire and renewal as required.
• EPNC and TNCC certifications preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Advanced Nursing Principles and Procedures. Use of basic office equipment, use of multiple IV pumps, ability to operate advanced medical equipment, including A-lines, Invasive lines, cardiac balloon pumps Chest tubes, patients requiring Ventilatory Support. Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.