RN Progressive Care Unit 7p-7:30a

About the role

The 4G/PCU specializes in the care of adult and geriatric patients requiring cardiac monitoring and/or closer observation than is generally provided on the Medical-Surgical Units, not needing intensive care. High volume diagnoses treated on this unit include cardiac diagnoses such as CHF, NSTEMI, pre-cardiac catheterization, stroke, pulmonary disorders, diabetes, multi-system diseases, and post-surgical patients.

Responsibilities

• Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.
• Independently provides patient care using the nursing process and performs leadership and teaching duties necessary that supports effective patient care.
• Supports and participates in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Functions within the limits of the State and Federal licensing, regulatory bodies and hospital policies.

Requirements

• Clinical competency in their departmental area of practice.
• Absorbed in the nursing process.
• Ability to use technology and equipment to perform job duties.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle a physically demanding environment.
• Skills and abilities to perform all job description duties according to the age specific patient population served by their department.
• Ability to meet the requirements annually of the FH Clinical Ladder.
• Competency in operating equipment required to meet patient care needs.

Qualifications

• 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/Thorasic) – Chemotherapy
• 4B, 4A, 4G, 2G (Telemetry) – ACLS
• L&D, OB/OR – NRP, C-EFM
• Family Center – NRPNICU – NRPICU – ACLS
• PACU – ACLS
• Endo – ACLS
• Pre-Op – ACLS
• Emergency Dept – ACLS, PALS, Base Station

Skills

• Anticipates potential changes in patient’s condition and responds appropriately.
• Anticipates needs based on assessment findings and proposed procedure or course of care.
• Anticipates patient’s response to interventions and collaborates with patient/family and health care team to revise treatment plan accordingly.
• Evaluates nursing care, which includes tools and equipment related to patient care.
• Evaluates new and existing equipment, policies, procedures and programs.
• Communicates pertinent information to patient and members of the health care team in a concise and timely manner utilizing an interdisciplinary approach.
• Evaluates effectiveness of teaching.
• Identifies variances from expected outcomes and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Provides patient/family education.
• Reviews, evaluates and documents effectiveness of interventions, making modifications as needed on the plan of care.
• Supports and participates in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.
• Utilizes supplies, equipment, and technology to ensure quality of patient care.

Benefits

Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package.
Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs.
Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees.
Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees.
All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.
We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
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 $36.07 Min -$55.17 Max