RESPONSIBILITIES
Effective Date: 12/23
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Develops and implements a plan of treatment to meet patients' needs in accordance with the principles and practices of a registered nurse. Knowledgeable in community health nursing and rehabilitation concepts. Other key responsibilities include patient/family education, utilization management, and coordination of care and discharge planning.
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Serves as a case manager and supervises home health aides.
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Performs duties in accordance with policies and procedures as established by the agency.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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Sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
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Continuous: reaching above, at and below shoulders; repetitive arm/hand motion.
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Frequent: standing, walking, stooping/bending, gripping of objects, and twisting body.
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Occasional: lifting and carrying usual weight up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling 50 pounds of force.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Subjected to adverse environmental conditions like continuous exposure to blood borne pathogens.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
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Current Hawaii State license as a Registered Nurse.
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Associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing
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Valid U.S driver's license, vehicle and vehicle insurance as required by Hawaii State Law.
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Driver's abstract reflecting evidence of good driving record.
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Current BLS certification.
B. EXPERIENCE:
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Knowledge of nursing theory and practice to treat patients.
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Knowledge and use of equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
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Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
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Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and the public.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet
