Registered Nurse - Primary Care - LPN

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills and understands the unique aspects of the population served in the care of his/her patients.  The delivery of care is based on the physical, psychosocial, cultural, safety, and learning needs of the individual patient.  The Registered Nurse may rotate to areas other than his/her assigned service area/s, and will perform only those duties for which he/she has demonstrated competency.  The Registered Nurse performs delegated duties consistent with the scope of practice and functions within the philosophy and overall plan of care delivery at Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Current Nurse License (any state), Alaska Nurse License required within six (6) months of hire.
• Current BLS required
• Current ACLS required for RNs (for LPNs, ACLS preferred)
• PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC Preferred

Education:

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing

Experience:

Able to articulate and demonstrate appropriate nursing theory and practice.  One (1) to two (2) years Primary Care experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrates good organizational skills.
• Provides safe and appropriate patient care within the Values & Standards of Nursing Practice at SSMH. Displays appropriate judgment and problem solving skills.       
• Communicates positively and professionally with all internal and external customers.

Degree of Supervision Required:

Under supervision of the Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager or Designee

Orientation Period:

Based on experience and continuous assessment of progress by Nursing Administration.  Orientation includes formal nursing department orientation, minimum of 2-4 days during the first two (2) weeks of employment.

Arctic Slope Native Association, Ltd.:  Exercises its rights in Native Hire Preference, Contracting/Subcontracting and Employment Practices applicable by law Is committed to maintaining a drug free, smoke free workplace.