Registered Nurse

MN Merit System Job Summary

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care services with emphasis on service to patients requiring care related to public health programs; performs professional nursing in accordance with prescribed rules, regulations, professional practices, and special orders from physicians; may supervise licensed practical nurses and/or home health aides, and performs related work.

• Provides skilled nursing care and prescribed medical treatment to patients and demonstrates care to patients, families, practical nurses, and aides.
• Identifies, observes, reports and records symptoms and conditions of patients.
• Assists as a team member in the development of nursing care plans.
• Gives medically ordered immunizations, tuberculin tests, treatment and medication.
• Assists with medical examination, takes histories, and performs screening and recording activities at clinic and schools.
• May give directions and assignments to licensed practical nurses and/or home health aides.
• Helps explain agency services and policies to persons receiving service and to other persons with whom she works.
• Gives general information to the public about the local public health agency and its services.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in continuing educational programs.

Requirements:
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota.

The examination will consist of a rating of training and experience based on the information you provide in your application and your responses to the supplemental questions included in the application process.

An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer