Registered Nurse 2- SA

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY :

Under general supervision, provides direct patient care to assigned patients.

Education

Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. For all nurses hired after 2012, Bachelors degree required within 3 years of start date.

Experience

Two years of Registered Nurse experience required in the specific specialty area

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in developing nursing plan of care, implementing effective nursing care, and evaluating outcome of nursing intervention.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Effective planning and organizational skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Strong analytical skills

Effective skills in use of computer programs

Demonstrates skill in patient experience and service recovery

Licensures, Certifications

Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse.

Completion of “Healthcare Provider” CPR course, bi-annually.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk almost constantly up to 90% of work time and lifting and positioning patients up to 50% of work time.

Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail and often in stressful situations.

Working Conditions

Normal patient care environment with possible exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature.

Exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases.

Conditions of Employment

Maintain current licensure and certifications.