Graduate Nurse, ED - Relocation Offered!
Company: MEDSTAR HEALTH
Location: Leonardtown
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Job Description:
- Job Summary
- The Graduate Nurse (GN) is responsible for the provision of
nursing care under the direction and supervision of a Registered
Professional Nurse (RN). The GN applies the nursing process and
performs delegated functions in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations and MedStar Health philosophy, policies, procedures,
and standards. In collaboration with the patient and family,
provides theory-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery
with various members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications
- --- Associate degree in nursing is required --- Satisfactory
reference from the school of nursing attended --- Pursuit of a
license as a registered nurse in the State of Maryland or District
of Columbia. Mustsecure an NCLEX test date withinfirst30 days of
employment and officially take the exam within 120 days from date
of hire. BLS is required. (NOTE: must stop practicing immediately
as a GN if fails NCLEX licensure examination). --- Ability to
perform nursing technologies under supervision. Effective verbal
and written communication skills. Ability to set priorities and
work under stress. Basic computer skills required.
- Preferred Qualifications
-
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited
nursing program is preferred
- Prior experience as a licensed practical nurse, nursing
assistant or technician is preferred
- Department Specific Qualifications
- Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Contributes to the achievement of established department goals
and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures,
quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental
and accreditation regulations. Confers with the RN in identifying
patient care needs,supporting and preparing patient's admission,
transfer or discharge. Providesrelationship-based care that
promotes consistent, efficient and accountabledelivery of nursing
care under supervision of the RN. Collaborates with
otherprofessionals and participates in the interdisciplinary care
rounds. Collaborates with the Registered Professional Nurse (RN)
inthe provision of safe and efficient nursing care to a designated
caseload ofpatients. Assists in patient assessment and observation,
and with theimplementation of the patient's plan of care as
delegated to by the RN. Obtains information from patient interview
and observation;documents pertinent patient information including,
but not limited to, vitalsigns, weights, heights and delegated
patient care activities. Performs basic procedures and care
activities including insertion and removal of nasogastric tube,
tube feeding, wound care, dressing changes, suctioning, placement
and removal of indwelling urinary catheter,monitoring of intake and
output, blood glucose monitoring (point of care testing),
maintenance of drainage devices, and performance of EKGs. Collects
specimens including urine, stool, sputum, and blood. Provides
respiratory therapy support including coughing,deep breathing and
sets up oxygen equipment and observes pulse oximetry.Inserts
peripheral intravenous catheter. Reports actual and potential
problems concerning patients,families, and other departments or
associates to the RN. Responds to questionsfrom patients, families
and significant others in a prompt and courteousmanner, referring
them to appropriate personnel if necessary. Demonstrates behavior
consistent with MedStar Healthmission, vision, goals, SPIRIT
values, and patient care philosophy. Participates in
multidisciplinary quality and serviceimprovement teams.
Participates in meetings and on committees and representsthe
department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Performs
other duties as assigned. About MedStar Health MedStar Health is
dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in
Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the
practice of medicine through education, innovation and research.
Our 30,000 associates and 5,400 affiliated physicians work in a
variety of settings across our health system, including 10
hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest
visiting nurse association in the region, and highly respected
institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical
education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more
than 20 years, MedStar is dedicated not only to teaching the next
generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education and
professional development of our whole team. MedStar Health offers
diverse opportunities for career advancement and personal
fulfillment.
Keywords: MEDSTAR HEALTH, Alexandria , Graduate Nurse, ED - Relocation Offered!, Healthcare , Leonardtown, Virginia
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