Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a Masters degree in Nursing. Four 4 years of relevant work experience in nursing. Possession of or eligibility for a valid license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Delaware or compact state at time of application and during employment in this position; demonstrated knowledge of subject matter in areas of nursing teaching methods clinical skills and nursing protocol; ability to communicate subject matter in a diverse population; ability to function in clinical setting without limitation. Must be able to meet the essential functions as outlined for a clinical faculty member. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES FOR THE POSITION OF REGISTERED NURSE REQUIRED IN THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM I. Principal Accountability Performance Requirements Ability to use senses Visual acuity with corrective lenses to identify color changes in skin respiratory movements in clients read fine print/writing on physicians orders monitors equipment calibrations measure medications in syringes IVs etc. Hearing ability with auditory aides to hear monitor alarms emergency signals call bells telephone orders; to hear blood pressure heart lung and abdominal sounds with a stethoscope; to understand a normal speaking voice without viewing the speakers face. Motor Ability Physical ability to walk long distances to stand for prolong periods to lift move and transfer patients equipment of 50 lbs. or more to maneuver in limited space to perform CPR to provide routine and emergency patient care to have manual dexterity and feeling ability of hands to insert tubes prepare medications and perform technical skills. Ability to Communicate Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form through interaction with clients family and health care members; to write clearly and correctly on clients record for legal documentation. Ability to ProblemSolve Intellectual and conceptual ability for measuring calculating reasoning analyzing prioritizing and synthesizing data. Ability to Maintain Emotional Stability Ability to function safely under stress and adapt to changing clinical and client situations. II. IMMUNIZATIONS A. Faculty must meet all clinical agency requirements.