EDUCATIONAL/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
STATE / FEDERAL MANDATED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Current State of Connecticut Registered Nursing License. CPR must have BLS - American Heart or American Red Cross.
INGRAHAM MANOR MANDATED EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Other programs as
mandated by Ingraham Manor.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must demonstrate patience and kindness toward residents and families. Must possess good
observation and communication skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have the physical ability to perform all aspects of nursing care. Must be able to lift a
minimum of 50lbs. Must be able to endure a prolonged period of extensive walking, standing,
stooping, pushing, and pulling. Moderate periods of sitting, twisting, reaching, occasional
crouching, crawling, kneeling and balancing. Vision, hearing, smell and tactile sensation
corrected or accommodated to normal.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Regular contact with residents, body substances, and hazardous chemicals, 75 degree
temperature, varied lighting, regular contact with soap and water, moderate noise level, use of
various types of lifting devices.
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to follow oral and written directions. Must be able to read and write.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.