RN 4B Tele 7p-7:30a

About the Role

Join our team as a Registered Nurse on 4B, an Adult/Geriatric Telemetry unit focused on acute cardiac conditions. The unit serves as a primary source for patients with cardiac complications, including post-stroke care, telemetry monitoring for post-operative orthopedic patients, and care for patients requiring external defibrillator devices.

Responsibilities

• Assess the biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, and discharge planning needs of patients according to nursing standards.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care using nursing diagnoses based on identified patient needs, incorporating family, caregivers, and other disciplines.
• Document and communicate subtle changes in patient assessment, anticipating potential changes in patient condition and responding appropriately.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions, making modifications to the plan of care as needed.
• Provide patient/family education, assessing learning needs and establishing goals using standardized or individualized teaching plans.
• Demonstrate leadership and accountability by promoting meaningful communication, effective delegation, and mentoring of less experienced staff.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and adhere to hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland or a compact state.
• Associate degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred or willing to obtain within 5 years of employment.
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and BLS within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required within 1 year of hire.

Skills

• Clinical competency in departmental area of practice.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle a physically demanding environment and use proper body mechanics.
• Competency in operating equipment required for patient care.
• Ability to keep patient and employee information confidential.

Schedule

Full-time night shift: 3 x 12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, with weekend and holiday rotation.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available after 30 days of employment.
• Employer-paid Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement, and Long-Term Disability.
• Robust Paid Time Off program.
• 403B retirement plan with employer match.
• Educational assistance program and employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Hourly rate: $36.07 Min - $55.17 Max (based on experience, skills, and education).