Staff Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform advanced leadership skills in provision and coordination of patient care on assigned unit. Formulates and manages the plan of care in collaboration with other healthcare providers. Mentors and serves as a clinical role model for all staff. Receives mentoring from Patient Care Coordinator.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of three years nursing experience.  Must meet career ladder Staff Nurses III criteria for worked area.  Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required.  BSN required (CAP requirement). National certification (e.g. CCRN, RNC, CEN, CNOR, OCN, ANCC, CAN, CPAN, CFRN, etc.) in related field is required.

LICENSURE

Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a Registered Nurse is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.