Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This work involves responsibility to provide professional nursing services to patients/clients throughout the county. The work is performed under supervision of a higher level nurse, administrator or physician in accordance with the prescribed nursing care plan. Supervision may be exercised over the work of Licensed Practical Nurses, student nurses or various aides. Does related work, as required and assigned.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND/OR PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of nursing principles and techniques and their relation to medical practices; working knowledge of dietetics, sanitation and personal hygiene; skill in the application of nursing techniques and practices; ability to case manage a group of clients; ability to understand and follow technical, oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and make reports; ability to get along well with patients, families and others; ability to carry out successfully the measures prescribed; ability to plan and supervise the work of sub-professional and non-technical personnel; good observation; mental alertness; initiative; patience; emotional stability, physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, bend, stoop, pull and push, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, stand for long periods of time, talk and hear. The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. NOTE: Maintenance of license is required for continued employment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT AND CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT IN POSITIONS WHERE REQUIRED: Possession of a valid NYS Drivers license.