Charge Nurse 3A Ortho/Neuro Unit 7a-7:30p

About the role

The Unit serves as a primary source for patients undergoing joint replacement surgery, brain surgery, and new onset stroke diagnosis. It supports a patient population of adults and geriatrics with an orthopedic and neurosurgical focus.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, and discharge planning of patients according to nursing standards.
• Identifies and accurately documents and communicates subtle changes in patient assessment.
• Provides initial and reassessments according to current organizational and department standards for Assessment of Patients and Nursing Assessment.
• Anticipates potential changes in patient’s condition and responds appropriately.
• Ensures an effective plan of care for assigned patients based upon the standards for planning and providing care.
• Initiates individualized plan of care using nursing diagnoses based on identified patient needs and includes all available resources.
• Efficiently organizes and prioritizes patient care and seeks assistance when necessary in order to meet the needs of individual patients.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Functions within the limits of the State and Federal licensing, regulatory bodies and hospital policies.

Requirements

• Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in State of Maryland or compact state.
• Associates degree in Nursing required; Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred or willing to obtain within 5 years of employment.
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• BLS certification is required of ALL nurses within 90-days of hire.
• The following certifications are required for the nursing units specified. Each certification must be completed within 1 year of hire.
• 2C (Oncology/Thoracic) – Chemotherapy
• 4B, 4A, 4G, 2G (Telemetry) – ACLS
• L&D, OB/OR – NRP, C-EFM
• Family Center – NRPN
• NICU – NRP
• NICU – ACLS
• PEDS/PEDS ED – PAL
• SOR – ACLS
• PACU – ACLS
• ENDO – ACLS
• PACU – ACLS
• Pre-Op – ACLS
• Emergency Dept – ACLS, PALS, Base Station Patient Contact

Qualifications

• Minimum Education, Training, And Experience Required:
• Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in State of Maryland or compact state.
• Associates degree in Nursing required; Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred or willing to obtain within 5 years of employment.
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• BLS certification is required of ALL nurses within 90-days of hire.
• The following certifications are required for the nursing units specified. Each certification must be completed within 1 year of hire.
• 2C (Oncology/Thoracic) – Chemotherapy
• 4B, 4A, 4G, 2G (Telemetry) – ACLS
• L&D, OB/OR – NRP, C-EFM
• Family Center – NRPN
• NICU – NRP
• NICU – ACLS
• PEDS/PEDS ED – PAL
• SOR – ACLS
• PACU – ACLS
• ENDO – ACLS
• PACU – ACLS
• Pre-Op – ACLS
• Emergency Dept – ACLS, PALS, Base Station Patient Contact

Skills

• Knowledge and experience in identifying patient needs and prioritizing treatment.
• Ability to anticipate potential changes in patient’s condition and respond appropriately.
• Ability to organize and prioritize patient care efficiently.
• Ability to participate in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Ability to function within the limits of State and Federal licensing, regulatory bodies, and hospital policies.

Benefits

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term income replacement, long-term disability, paid time off, 403B retirement plan, financial planning sessions, and an employee assistance program.

Pay

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or overtime paid, if applicable. Pay range: Hourly rate $36.79 Min - $55.17 Max.

Schedule

Full time: Day shift (3) 12hrs 7am-7:30pm with weekend and holiday commitment required.