RN Observation Unit 7p-7:30a

About the role

The Observation Unit is an extension of the Emergency Room, serving patients meeting specific inclusion/exclusion criteria. Patients are continuously monitored by a licensed provider available 24/7, with clinically appropriate services provided within 24-48 hours.

Responsibilities

• Supports and incorporates Frederick Health mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy into job performance.
• Provides patient care using the nursing process, performs leadership and teaching duties, and supports effective patient care.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Adheres to State and Federal licensing, regulatory bodies, and hospital policies.
• Affirms biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, and discharge planning assessments.
• Develops and implements individualized patient care plans based on identified needs and available resources.
• Prioritizes patient care and seeks assistance as needed.
• Evaluates nursing care and modifies interventions as necessary.
• Communicates patient status and plan of care updates to patients and healthcare team.
• Assesses patient/family learning needs and establishes goals using standardized or individualized teaching plans.
• Evaluates teaching effectiveness and follows up with patients/families as needed.
• Supports and mentors less experienced staff in patient/family teaching.
• Ensures adherence to departmental and hospital policies.
• Reviews and audits data for accuracy and completeness.
• Contributes to the evaluation/auditing process for CNAs, technicians, and peers.

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).
• Required certifications within 1 year of hire: 2C (Oncology/Thoracic), 4B, 4A, 4G, 2G (Telemetry), ACLS, NRP, C-EFM.
• Knowledge and skills in caring for neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
• Ability to handle a physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 hours per week to be eligible for benefits.
• Eligible for life insurance, short-term income replacement, long-term disability, and a 403B retirement plan.
• Access to free financial planning sessions and an educational assistance program.

Skills

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to use technology and equipment to perform job duties.
• Knowledge of age-specific patient populations.
• Ability to handle repetitive and forceful exertions.
• Understanding of ergonomic risks and contact stress.
• Knowledge of bloodborne pathogens and infection control.

Benefits

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement, and Long-Term Disability.
• A robust Paid Time Off program.
• An employer-paid 403B retirement plan with an employer match.
• Free financial planning sessions.
• An educational assistance program.
• An employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Part-time positions may have shift differentials and/or overtime pay, if applicable. The pay range is $36.07 - $55.17 per hour, with the maximum dependent on specialty if applicable.