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+ JOB REQUIREMENTS

+ Education

+ Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts, and techniques which are central to the nursing profession. Such proficiency is acquired through completion of an Associate degree, diploma, or Baccalaureate degree program in nursing. Knowledge of human growth and development necessary for assessment, range of treatment and care of patients appropriate to the patient’s age as acquired through formal educational course work. Current licensure or permit as a registered nurse in the state of Arkansas.

+ Experience

+ Knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures, patient care procedures; ability to operate technical equipment as acquired through orientation.

+ Physical

+ This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

+ Normal hospital environment. Exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant odors. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Close visual acuity to distinguish color changes and ability to see in dark environment. Hearing of normal and soft tones.

+ JOB SUMMARY

+ Responsible for assessing, analyzing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients on a daily basis. Performs a variety of nursing functions required for the Cath Lab, Special Procedures, and Neuro Intervention under the direction of the Cardiologist, and/or Radiologist, and/or Neurologist and the supervision of the Director, Patient Care Manager, Assistant Patient Care Manager, and Registered Nurse in charge. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by the hospital.