Tennova Healthcare

Position Description/Competency Based Evaluation

Registered Nurse (RN)

Multiple Departments

Name:

Date:

Reports to:

FLSA Status: [ ] Exempt [x] Non-Exempt

Reason for Evaluation:

a) [ ] Introductory

b) [ ] Annual

c) [ ] Transfer

d) [ ] Other: _________________________________________

Position Purpose
Provide direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical, developmental and general aspects of care;
meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of
professional expectations. Communicate with physician about changes in patient condition, including results of diagnostic tests and
symptomology. Exercises critical thinking skills.

Position Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

Education: Refer to Qualification Grid on page 8.
Experience: Refer to Qualification Grid on page 8.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules,
operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine
reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or
employees of organization. Must be able to read and write English.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of
measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate,
Skills: ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to perform calculations for
medication administration.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out

instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems
involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPUTER / EQUIPMENT SKILLS: Basic computer skills including electronic

documentation and navigating electronic records.
Valid State license or working toward Valid State license and has current Multi-
Licenses/Certifications: State/Compact Registered Nurse License. Refer to Qualification Grid for department-
specific requirements on page 8.

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Working Conditions
Exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens; Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne/airborne disease; Exposed to
housekeeping/cleaning agents/chemicals; May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements; Exposed to unpleasant
elements (accidents, injuries and illness); Subject to varying and unpredictable situations; Occasionally subjected to irregular hours.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: May be required to apply and wear safety glasses with sides; goggles; face shield;
respirators/masks; Protective clothing of gown, masks, shoe covers; chemical protective gloves.

Physical Abilities / Requirements

Occasionally Frequently Continuously
Activity (1-33%) (34% to 66%) (67% to 100%)
a. Sitting X
b. Walking X
c. Standing X
d. Bending X
e. Squatting X
f. Climbing
g. Kneeling X
h. Twisting X
i. Lifting (0-50 lbs.)
j. Lifting (50+ lbs.) X
k. Carrying (0-50 lbs.)
l. Carrying (50+ lbs.) X
m. Pushing (0-300 lbs.) X
VISUAL AND HEARING REQUIREMENTS (Y or N)
Y Must be able to see with corrective eye wear
Y Must be able to hear clearly with assistance
Y May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
Y May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
Y Able to handle emergency or crisis situations.
Y May be occasionally subject to irregular hours.
Y May be required to wear protective equipment as necessary.

Standards for Position Responsibilities and General Duties

1 Unacceptable
2 Needs Improvement
3 Meets Requirements
4 Exceeds Requirements
5 Distinguished
Often fails to complete work on time: errors and mistakes are common. Work
requires close supervision on consistent basis, no follow through, lacks conscientious
approach to job.
Usually completes work as directed and on-time. May occasionally miss work
deadlines and quality requirements. Needs close supervision and frequent reminders.
Volume of work produced meets job requirements: completes assigned tasks on time.
Errors occur infrequently or are of a minor nature. Follows through on assignments.
Consistently applies and practices the essential duties of the job. Strives to be an
example for other team members.
Consistently can be relied upon to execute all levels of responsibility with minimal
direction. Far more work is completed than is typical; work is of the highest quality.
Concerned with own work efficiency as well as the efficiency of the department.

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Validation Method
Observation: Direct observation by a supervisor, designated evaluator, preceptor or team while the employee demonstrates
O the skill in the work setting, (the preferred method) or in simulated settings, such as skill labs, mock codes, or drills.
Demonstration: Return demonstration by the employee during a departmental in-service, (The key is that the training by
D itself does not ensure competence---competence can only be assessed by performance).
C Cognitive: Written and/or verbal or demonstration of knowledge, I.e. tests, discussions, etc.
R Documentation Review: Review of medical record documentation, written reports, written plans, etc.
V Verbal or other methods as appropriate and applicable.

General Duties Rating - Valid Ratings are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Position Specific Essential Functions Val. Method SCORE

1. Initiates the nursing assessment by collecting, reporting and recording objective and
subjective data in an accurate and timely manner.
2. Initiates the development of the plan of care/action.
3. Participate in the assisting and giving of safe direct care.

4. Participate in establishing and maintaining a therapeutic nurse/client relationship.

5. Seek resources for patients with cultural, physical or language barriers.

6. Contribute to the evaluation of the responses of individuals or groups to nursing

interventions and participate in revising the plan of care where appropriate.
7. Communicate accurately in writing and orally with patients of nursing care and other
professionals.
8. Administer medications in accordance to scope and competencies. (Refer to Medication
Administration Policy)
9. Integrate knowledge of the statutes and regulations governing nursing and function
within the legal and ethical boundaries of practical nursing practice.

10. Consult with other health team members and seek guidance as necessary.

11. Demonstrate respect for the dignity and rights of patients regardless of social or
economic status, personal attributes or nature of health problems.
12. Protect confidential information, unless obligated by law to disclose such information.
13. Participate in activities designed to improve health care delivery in any setting.

14. This job supervises the responsibilities of the patient care team (LPNs & Care Partners).
15. Other duties may be assigned.

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