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Key Responsibilities[List of material responsibilities and essentials duties which must be completed in achieving the objectives of the position]

Works under the direction of the physician and the Arizona State Nurse Practice Act to provide nursing care to patients in compliance with nursing standards and regulations. Utilizes the nursing process to make continuing assessments of the patients total health needs; implements nursing interventions based on assessment data; develops and implements the nursing plan of care and evaluates the patients response. Strives to provide excellent patient care with compassion, tact, cheerfulness, accuracy, patience, flexibility in scheduling, calmness in emergency, and ability to work well with team members, receiving and applying feedback from peers and superiors. Assists with orientation of new staff to the unit as requested.

Quality of Care and Nursing Process

The nurse provides evidence-based care to prevent the development of a Healthcare Acquired Condition and hospital readmissions.

The nurse practices standard precautions during patient contact and while handling contaminated materials.

The nurse complies with CDC hand hygiene guidelines and works to reduce hospital acquired infections and other conditions.