Registered Nurse - Part Time - SVV (Every Other Weekend)

About the role

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking a Part Time Registered Nurse to provide nursing care as needed within the Family Services Division. The work schedule is 16 hours every other weekend 2 PM - 10 PM.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with evidence based best practices and team plans.
• Makes rounds through assigned areas to observe children.
• Traits and assesses level of need for clients, staff, volunteers and visitors in routine, urgent and emergency situations as directed by policy and procedure.
• Provides First aid and perform CPR if needed.
• Accurately measures height, weight, and vital signs.
• Accurately reviews and documents phone orders.
• Ensures the security of Health Services supplies and equipment.
• Accurately and thoroughly documents all work done, all contacts, procedures, and lab reports in medical records.
• Audits charts as needed.
• Obtains health history upon admission.
• Updates, validates and clarifies health information.
• Develops, implements and evaluates treatment care plans in accord with program policy and client needs.
• Communicates health related information to families/guardians.
• Works closely with a multidisciplinary team.
• Uses hand-off communication.
• Reports on all significant activities and information on relieving staff members.
• Serves as a resource to staff and children in crisis, which at times may require the use of restraints as outlined and taught in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
• Manages crisis appropriately by contracting resource staff and or performing crisis intervention techniques according to policy and procedures.
• Assists in orienting and training new staff as assigned.
• Performs health duties as assigned in any CC location, any day of the week, any shift as needed to successfully implement care expected from the Health Services Division Department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of nursing practices include first aid, medication administration protocols, CPR, and infection control protocols.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medications and normal growth and development among children ages 3-15 and adults.
• Knowledge of MD State and CDC guidelines/mandates for immunization.
• Familiarity with health care resources.
• Registered Nurse in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and CARE within six (6) months of hire and maintained thereafter.
• Adult and Pediatric CPR within one month of hire and maintained thereafter.

Education & Experience

• Knowledge of nursing practices include first aid, medication administration protocols, CPR, and infection control protocols.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medications and normal growth and development among children ages 3-15 and adults.
• Knowledge of MD State and CDC guidelines/mandates for immunization.
• Familiarity with health care resources.
• Registered Nurse in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and CARE within six (6) months of hire and maintained thereafter.
• Adult and Pediatric CPR within one month of hire and maintained thereafter.

Skills & Abilities

• Acts with discretion, tact, and professionalism in all situations, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Effectively prioritizes tasks and delegates activities as appropriate to ensure optimal workflow and productivity.
• Applies strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear and effective exchanges.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills with a courteous and professional demeanor towards staff, clients, and visitors.
• Requires proficiency in using computer systems and software to perform job function, including but not limited to, basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e., Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook.
• Knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• No remote or hybrid work availability based on core and essential functions of the position.
• Flexibility may be required to work in times of urgent need and / or crisis.
• May be exposed to resistant or aggressive client behavior requiring ability to implement crisis intervention and therapeutic holds.
• Involves high risk of exposure to communicable and infectious disease requiring stringent adherence to infection control procedures.
• Able to move about to accomplish tasks and transition between work sites, which may include walking, standing, running, or traveling as needed.
• Able to lift, move, push, pull, or otherwise maneuver equipment or items, such as a medical cart, for up to an 8-hour shift.
• Able to support safe and orderly evacuation of the building and maintain client safety.
• Hearing and vision abilities, with or without correction, sufficient to effectively observe and communicate with others.
• Able to manage and tolerate periods of job-related stress associated with the role.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to: Health/Dental/VisionVacation/sick/holiday pay403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution Tuition AdvancementPaid Parental Leave Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise. Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.