JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
A divisional based, non-benefited role designed to improve flexibility in staffing. Must work 2-3 areas within Adult, Pediatric, and Behavioral Health, and provide 60 hours availability in a 4-week schedule with decreased holiday and weekend commitment. No On-Call requirement. Under general supervision, provides direct patient care to assigned patients.
Education
Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. For all nurses hired after 2012, Bachelor’s degree required within 3 years of start date.
Experience
At least two years’ experience required in emergency department settings, with experience in adult and pediatric preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in developing nursing plan of care, implementing effective nursing care, and evaluating outcome of nursing intervention.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Effective planning and organizational skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong analytical skills
- Effective skills in use of computer programs
- Demonstrates skill in patient experience and service recovery
Licensures, Certifications
- Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse.
- Completion of "Healthcare Provider" CPR course, bi-annually.
- Completion of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Completion Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk almost constantly up to 90% of work time and lifting and positioning patients up to 50% of work time.
- Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail and often in stressful situations.
Working Conditions
- Normal patient care environment with possible exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature.
- Exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases.
Conditions of Employment
Maintain current licensure and certifications.
Location: GBMC HealthCare · Emergency Department - Nursing
Schedule: Supplemental, Evening 12 Hour Shifts (3pm - 3:30am), 0