Nurse job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Nurse job summary
Our birthing center prioritizes patient care above all other facets of the work we do, and we’re looking for a Nurse with the same values to join our NICU care team. The successful applicant will have a demonstrable history in NICU infant care. Because it is such a fast-paced, high-stress environment, we are interested in hiring an Nurse who handles stress well and excels at priority management. Additionally, we need a professional who can work three 12-hour shifts each week, and who excels at communicating with parents as much as caring for infants in NICU.
Nurse responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Evaluate and oversee patients in the NICU and report to supervisors any changes in condition
- Maintain and calibrate NICU equipment for patient safety and support
- Administer medications as prescribed by attending NICU physician
- Connect intravenous lines to administer medication and extract samples
- Communicate with parents/guardians the plan of care and scope of treatment
- Obtain and evaluate test results
- Consult with physicians and other nurses on plan of care, progress and prognosis
Nurse qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required
- Current and valid RN license from the state required
- 2+ years’ experience working in a high-volume NICU
- Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certificate a plus
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certificate preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of all NICU equipment (e.g. incubator, ventilator, etc.)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 Kg.
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