Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Skills required to work in critical care area as defined by unit
• Excellent organization and interpersonal communication skills
• Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Organizational skills, ability to prioritize
• Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and health care team members
• Mature judgment and ability to handle confidential information
• Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality
• Ability to work as a team player within a unit
• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes
• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, and solve complex problems
• Performs accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, multi-tasking, and a professional bedside manner
• Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance
• EKG knowledge (based on patient population; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
• Previous experience with Cerner Electronic Medical Record [Preferred]