Registered Nurse

This person is under general supervision, is responsible for registered nursing duties of average difficulty based on a wide range of circumstances and performs related work as required. This is the working-level class in the Registered Nurse sub- series. An employee in this class may be assigned to work days, evenings, nights, and/or weekends in an institution, clinic, hospital, home care, or other healthcare setting.

An employee in this position provides registered nursing care involving nursing assessment and diagnosis, care planning, implementation/intervention, and evaluation.

Department: Health Dept.

Pay Grade
: 105, Non-Exempt

Starting hourly rate: $36.60

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and experience equivalent to one year of registered nursing.

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and experience equivalent to one year of registered nursing or, currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and education equivalent to a bachelor’s or graduate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university or a diploma in registered nursing from an accredited school of nursing.

Certifications, Licenses:

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee or holds a privilege to practice in the State of Tennessee under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

Must have dependable transportation.

A pre-employment criminal background check is required.

This person is under general supervision, is responsible for registered nursing duties of average difficulty based on a wide range of circumstances and performs related work as required. This is the working-level class in the Registered Nurse sub- series. An employee in this class may be assigned to work days, evenings, nights, and/or weekends in an institution, clinic, hospital, home care, or other healthcare setting.

An employee in this position provides registered nursing care involving nursing assessment and diagnosis, care planning, implementation/intervention, and evaluation.

GENERAL POSITION

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all - inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may also be required or assigned.

Taking medical histories, administering physical examinations to patients, making preliminary diagnosis, prescribing treatment, dispensing medication based on diagnosis and providing health education services.

Provides well/sick care to patients in accordance with established nursing, health, nutritional and medical practices applicable within public health protocol.

Performs medical history, physical exams and lab tests to determine patient’s condition and uses independent judgment and knowledge to ensure correct preliminary and final diagnosis.

Prescribes treatment and dispenses medication based on a diagnosis/condition.

Schedules patient appointments for physical exams, health services, educational programs and counseling.

Conducts well-child exams obtaining measurements, performing needle sticks, providing follow up, and coordinating completion of forms.

Counsels and educates parents and patients in general health care, nutrition and medical treatments.

Consults with Nurse Practitioner and Physician to coordinate and integrate care. Makes referrals and recommendations for further treatment and/or medical assistance, and prepares necessary reports to other agencies and medical professionals regarding referrals and recommendations.

Maintains supplies of training and educational material, and manages the clinical environment and medical supplies for the clinic.

Handles emergencies by making an immediate determination and decision as to what…