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Registered Nurse
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$72,674 / year median in Kentucky
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- Associate's Degree required.
- Registered Nurse in the state required.
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing required.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred. Experience
- Up to one (1) year of experience preferred. Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Ability to incorporate age-specific assessment and intervention into the day-to-day nursing process.
- Ability to perform emergency procedures appropriate to the pediatric patient.
- Ability to accurately calculate dosages and administer medications to pediatric patients.
- Ability to set up, operate, and clean pediatric equipment.
- Successful completion of approved ARH training for pediatric nursing and demonstrated competence in pediatric care as determined by the Pediatric Nurse Manager/Community Chief Nursing Officer.
- Must be adequately oriented to unit policies, procedures, and equipment.
- Orientation shall include age-specific nursing assessment, skills and safety procedures, infection control practices, and performance improvement activities. Licenses & Certifications
- Registered Nurse in the state required.
- BLS certification required.
- Pass Pediatric Medication Exam required.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
- De-Escalation Training required within six (6) months of hire.
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance