This will include interactions with patients and their families, between disciplines, inter-departmentally and with outside agenciesPromotes a safe patient care and work environment free of potential safety hazardsEnsures safe transportation of patients within the facility utilizing safe lifting and transport adjunct equipment and good body mechanics to protect patient, self, co-workersDemonstrates safe, competent use of patient care equipment, beds, stretchers, lifts, safety and alarm devices, walkers, monitors, wound vacs, drains, oxygen therapy and other equipment approved for patient careDemonstrates flexibility in practice and collaborates to cross train in other departments to additional duties as needed to promote flexibility, sustainability and teamwork within the Critical Access Hospital settingPatient Advocacy:Develops and/or implements an individualized plan of care, including developmental and cultural needsUtilizes appropriate resources for non-English speaking patients, healthcare illiterate patients, hearing and sight impaired patients and caregiversClear communication of patient plan of care and education at a level the patient, family, and caregiver can comprehendTakes proactive steps to recognize and report suspected abuse/neglect, including, child abuse, elder abuse, sexual abuse, and spousal abuse. Works as a team member with other departments.· Safety: Practices workplace safety dailyEmployee Engagement:· Actively participates in all hospital Service Excellence initiatives and trainings· Attends and participates in a minimum of 50% department staff meetings and signs off on review of 100% department staff meeting minutes· Completes all required annual education on or before the due date · Minimal physical effort required with occasional light lifting to a maximum of 25 pounds; stooping; and pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers· Ability to effectively manage considerable mental stress· Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word· Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication· Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and convey information in a clear, concise and accurate manner· Familiarity with computer and other business machinesWHAT YOU NEED:One (1) year of Medical Surgical nursing is preferred.