• Effectively communicate with clients of various social, cultural, economic, and education backgrounds
• Work cooperatively with other medical care providers
• Effectively intervene in cases of mental illness, substance abuse, and adult/child abuse and neglect
• Effectively train others
• Gain cooperation of patients in treating communicable and environmentally-based illnesses
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Accurately evaluate and diagnose medical conditions, including obtaining and assessing medical histories
• Work independently and apply sound medical judgement and department protocols in treatment, treatment planning, and referrals to physicians
• Recognize and take immediate action in emergency and immediate need cases
• Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing

Possession of a current valid license as a registered nurse and a Nurse Practitioner certification issued by the State of California. Failure to maintain such a license and certification may be cause for disciplinary actions accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules.