In General duty or clinical nursing, the incumbent assists medical staff in the treatment, care and evaluation of patients' progress and assists with medical emergencies. Incumbents may coordinate clinical activities and health care follow-up and provide medical consultation in specialized areas of knowledge. A public health nursing specialist emphasizes case findings and follow through, health guidance and teaching health program development and liaison with community health and related services, provides care oriented towards maintaining health and preventing illness, plus providing treatment and care at work. This job is safety sensitive if the job assignment is licensed by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, to prescribe medication in Utah. Skills applying specialized medical procedures Public relations skills Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Utah is required Hiring agencies may identify additional related skills and requirements as preferences in making hiring and promotion decisions.
Incumbent performs a variety of patient care tasks, directing other practical nurses and aides.
Performs health appraisals and adheres to care plans for patients. Performs patient monitoring for emergencies and medication administration. Provides preventative patient care and education. Leads other LPNs. Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse from the State of Utah.