Job Description
This position is part-time, night shift 1900-0730. Eligible for $9K sign on.
JOB SUMMARY:
Demonstrates the ability to administer quality nursing care in a professional manner which supports the patient/significant others utilizing the nursing process with coaching and mentoring from his/her team members. Supports System and Nursing Strategic Plans, Shared Leadership, and the principles of Relationship-Based Care. Practices within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Maryland and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards. Practices within the standards of the American Nurses Association for: Scope and Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nursing, Nursing's Social Policy Statement and Specialty Nursing Standards for his/her area(s) of clinical practice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
- Systematically and continually collects data regarding the health status of the client. The data is recorded, accessible and communicated to appropriate members of the Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team.
- Coordinates, implements and evaluates a comprehensive age specific individualized plan of care for the client, partnering with the patient and family, significant other and other healthcare providers to identify and prioritize needs and to obtain expected outcomes.
- Ensures accuracy in the medication process.
- Demonstrates ongoing individual accountability to ensure positive quality outcomes (Core measures, NDNQI indicators, Nurse Sensitive indicators, and other hospital and unit specific measures).
- Demonstrates ability in planning, delegation, and coordination of work group activities essential for the provision of quality nursing care in a safe and appropriate environment utilizing Professional Standards and current research and evidence-based practices (EBP).
- Seeks and supports opportunities for professional growth and development, which may include but not limited to contact hours, inservices, certifications, degree attainment, etc.
- Provides support to peers and staff by serving as coach and/or mentor and offering consistent and visible support to team members.
- Provides feedback to healthcare team members through formal and informal/real-time communication to provide positive input, as well as opportunities for improvement.
- Applies principles of caring and healing in interactions with patients, families and colleagues.
- Supports shared decision-making by attending staff meetings and/or reading minutes of the meetings, providing feedback and/or participating on unit-based teams and/or Shore Health System committees/councils.
- Communicates in an effective and professional manner and maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
- Meets the expectations of key customers (patients, family members, physicians, co-workers, etc).
- Role models a positive image of nursing.
- Responds to Shore Health System codes that are fitting to area of nursing practice.
- Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Company Description
At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Qualifications
- Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
- Meets licensing requirements to practice registered nursing in the State of Maryland. Must meet all applicable federal, state, and local professional requirements.
- Current AHA BLS certification required.
- ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale certification required BUT can be obtained during orientation period.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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