What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse -FTC-North position at State of Missouri?
Registered Nurse-FTC-N
Job Duties
Functions as the nurse in charge of an assigned shift on a ward or unit that requires close professional supervision; or performs independent nursing duties which require the application of specialized nursing skills.
Assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, direct care, and/or other staff in the care and treatment of patients/clients on a ward or comparable living area.
Serves as a nursing team leader responsible for defining and implementing the nursing care plan for assigned patients/clients and for supervision of nursing team members.
Conducts nursing assessments and develops nursing diagnoses and care plans.
Participates in developing individualized treatment plans as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
Trains and evaluates nursing staff, direct care staff, and nursing students.
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician; conducts rounds with and informs physicians of patient/client status, and receives instructions for further care and treatment.
Documents patient/client status on clinical charts and reports on progress.
Performs assigned duties independently according to instructions and established nursing standards and procedures; work is reviewed by supervisors for conformance with established policies and effectiveness of nursing procedures.
Performs other related work as assigned.
Requirements
A Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; and,
One or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse.
OR
An Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university or a Diploma in Nursing; and,
Two or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse.
Special Requirements
Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact at the time of appointment.
Benefits
13 Paid Holidays
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Retirement with vesting after 5 years
Deferred Compensation
Cafeteria Plan
3 weeks of both Sick Leave and Annual Leave
Job Duties
Functions as the nurse in charge of an assigned shift on a ward or unit that requires close professional supervision; or performs independent nursing duties which require the application of specialized nursing skills.
Assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, direct care, and/or other staff in the care and treatment of patients/clients on a ward or comparable living area.
Serves as a nursing team leader responsible for defining and implementing the nursing care plan for assigned patients/clients and for supervision of nursing team members.
Conducts nursing assessments and develops nursing diagnoses and care plans.
Participates in developing individualized treatment plans as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
Trains and evaluates nursing staff, direct care staff, and nursing students.
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician; conducts rounds with and informs physicians of patient/client status, and receives instructions for further care and treatment.
Documents patient/client status on clinical charts and reports on progress.
Performs assigned duties independently according to instructions and established nursing standards and procedures; work is reviewed by supervisors for conformance with established policies and effectiveness of nursing procedures.
Performs other related work as assigned.
Requirements
A Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; and,
One or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse.
OR
An Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university or a Diploma in Nursing; and,
Two or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse.
Special Requirements
Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact at the time of appointment.
Benefits
13 Paid Holidays
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Retirement with vesting after 5 years
Deferred Compensation
Cafeteria Plan
3 weeks of both Sick Leave and Annual Leave