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SUMMARY STATEMENT
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This class describes Advanced Practice Nursing either as a Practitioner or a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Positions typically perform under the direction of an administrative supervisor.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of every job duty for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Provides or evaluates direct nursing care.
- Develops, implements and/or reviews nursing care plans.
- Provides health care instruction and guidance to individuals, families, community groups and/or nursing home facilities in the management of their health care needs.
- Maintains an effective working relationship with other members of the treatment team.
- Prepares and submits records, reports, evaluations and forms.
- Participates in and make recommendations regarding quality assurance activities.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS
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JOB REQUIREMENTS for Advanced Practice Nurse
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Possession of a Delaware Advanced Practice Nurse license or temporary permit for a Delaware Advanced Practice Nurse license in Medical Surgical, Psychiatric, Public Health, Community Health, Emergency Services/Management or a related specialty.
NOTE: Applicants qualifying based on a temporary license must have applied for licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Delaware or hold a valid Delaware Registered Nurse license and have graduated from a Master's or certificate advanced practice nurse program. The applicant must obtain the temporary Advanced Practice Nurse license permit prior to hire date and possess full licensure credentials within a two year, three month period. To obtain full licensure, candidates must complete 1000 clock hours of training and/or pass the certifying exam for their clinical nursing specialty, if applicable.
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CONDITIONS OF HIRE
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Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.
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BENEFITS
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To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/programs/index.shtml.
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SELECTION PROCESS
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The application is evaluated based upon a rating of training and experience.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
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Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance. The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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