
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:
· Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred.
· Current Registration and Licensure in the State of Iowa as an RN. Must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing.
· Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required. New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.
· Current ACLS certification. (New employees should obtain per guidelines of the Education Course Requirements policy.)
· Nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
· Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
· High degree of empathetic listening skills, tact and kindness toward others.
· Ability to communicate well verbally. Must work effectively as a member of a team.
· Basic computer knowledge
· Technical and critical thinking skills in relation to sound nursing judgment.
· Knowledge of nursing practices as they relate to acute care.