Performs direct and indirect patient care responsibilities as assigned by charge nurse and/or preceptor.

Ensures patient safety.

Documents delivery of patient care and other pertinent information in patients’ medical record and updates plan of care for assigned patients as necessary. Performs responsibilities as related to the safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste.

Communicates information regarding patients and unit operations to RN Preceptor, Charge Nurse, Clinical Manager, Director, and other shifts in a timely manner using proper lines of communication.

Communicates effectively with other departments with personnel from other departments in the hospital using proper lines of communication.

Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION: 
Acceptance into an accredited school of nursing and successful completion of the course requirements needed for the employee to be eligible to graduate within 1 year.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:
BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position.

EXPERIENCE:
Completion of the first year of an Associates Degree program or the junior year of a BSN Degree program from an accredited school of nursing.