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RN -Lead Quality Med Surg / Intermediate Care / Stroke

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP)
United States, New Hampshire, Dover
798 Central Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 07, 2025
Summary: Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients. Acts in lead capacity to other nursing staff. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions: -Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records. -Administer medication to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects. -Record patients' medical information and vital signs. -Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions. -Collaborates with nurse managers and staff to assess the learning needs and competencies of staff. -Demonstrates best practices for staff to follow. -May participate on teams or perform special projects/assignments. Education Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS] - Generic - HR Only preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Oncology Certified Nurse [OCN] - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) preferred Neonatal Advanced Life Support [NALS] - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Experience Clinical nursing experience 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment. - Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided. - Strong written and oral communication skills. - Ability to build strong relationships. - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.