317 staff nurse jobs found in Lanham, MD

Staff Nurse – Short Stay Unit Position Purpose Responsible for admission and discharge of outpatients from the OPS area. Assesses and documents same for all assigned patients (24 hour, A.M. admits, I&O); provides nursing interventions and secures medical intervention as needed resulting in the delivery of quality care services. Role Specific Competencies 1. Delivers quality nursing care to surgical patients in the pre- and post-operative phase of surgical intervention that is consistent with published standards for nursing practice. Assesses patient and documents same on appropriate form, prior to patient transfer preoperatively, and/or discharge from outpatient surgical suite. Reviews patient chart for completeness and reports abnormal results to Charge Nurse, surgeon and anesthesiologist that result in medical intervention without significant delay to patient’s planned procedure. All information recorded on patient’s data base and chart is...

Staff Nurse – PACU Position Purpose Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of the immediate post-anesthetic/post-operative patient. Accurate and complete documentation, reflecting implementation of the nursing process. Perianesthesia Nursing roles includes: patient care, research, administration, management, education consultation and advocacy. Role Specific Competencies 1. Actively participates in the development and / or administration of continuing education for the Registered Nurse in PAC U. 2. Adheres to professionalism standards. Serves as a role model/resource for other team members and exhibits flexibility and adaptability to change in department practices. Identifies strengths and development needs of self. Identifies active/potential problems and seeks appropriate solutions to those problems, and assumes responsibility and accountability for “judgments” and actions. Appearance consistently complies with...

Staff Nurse – PACU Position Purpose Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of the immediate post-anesthetic/post-operative patient. Accurate and complete documentation, reflecting implementation of the nursing process. Perianesthesia Nursing roles includes: patient care, research, administration, management, education consultation and advocacy. Role Specific Competencies 1. Actively participates in the development and / or administration of continuing education for the Registered Nurse in PAC U. 2. Adheres to professionalism standards. Serves as a role model/resource for other team members and exhibits flexibility and adaptability to change in department practices. Identifies strengths and development needs of self. Identifies active/potential problems and seeks appropriate solutions to those problems, and assumes responsibility and accountability for “judgments” and actions. Appearance consistently complies with...

Position Objective: Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as a provider of direct and indirect patient care and by effective of the health care team. Functions as a competent member of the health care team. Essential Job Duties : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Clinical Decision Making/Judgment Demonstrates clinical nursing knowledge and skill in the specialization of the unit. Demonstrates the ability to apply the nursing process effectively in the care of culturally diverse patients and families. Demonstrates the ability to utilize all applicable laws, policies, standards, guidelines and evidence-based practice in the provision of patient/family care. Organizes and reprioritizes patient care activities based on subtle and overt and/or environmental changes. Consistently and thoroughly assesses patients to collect data and identify...

Position Objective: Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as a provider of direct and indirect patient care and by effective of the health care team. Functions as a competent member of the health care team. Essential Job Duties : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Clinical Decision Making/Judgment Demonstrates clinical nursing knowledge and skill in the specialization of the unit. Demonstrates the ability to apply the nursing process effectively in the care of culturally diverse patients and families. Demonstrates the ability to utilize all applicable laws, policies, standards, guidelines and evidence-based practice in the provision of patient/family care. Organizes and reprioritizes patient care activities based on subtle and overt and/or environmental changes. Consistently and thoroughly assesses patients to collect data and identify...

Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies 1. Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to patients. Assures that all medications are administered...

Staff Nurse- Operating Room Position Purpose The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe, effective and quality patient-family centered care in the Operating Room for all patient population by utilizing Nursing Care Plans. Collaborates with Physicians, Medical Professionals and other Staff to ensure that the unique, physical and psychosocial needs of the patient are met. The Registered Nurse involves appropriate parties (i.e., patient’s family or guardian, outside agencies) in the assessment, treatment and continuing care of the patient as needed. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Doctors Community Hospital. Role Specific Competencies 1. Adheres to professionalism standards. Serves as a role model/resource for other team members and exhibits flexibility and adaptability to change in department practices. Identifies strengths and development needs of self. Identifies active/potential problems and seeks appropriate solutions...

Staff Nurse- Operating Room Position Purpose The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe, effective and quality patient-family centered care in the Operating Room for all patient population by utilizing Nursing Care Plans. Collaborates with Physicians, Medical Professionals and other Staff to ensure that the unique, physical and psychosocial needs of the patient are met. The Registered Nurse involves appropriate parties (i.e., patient’s family or guardian, outside agencies) in the assessment, treatment and continuing care of the patient as needed. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Doctors Community Hospital. Role Specific Competencies 1. Adheres to professionalism standards. Serves as a role model/resource for other team members and exhibits flexibility and adaptability to change in department practices. Identifies strengths and development needs of self. Identifies active/potential problems and seeks appropriate solutions...

Staff Nurse – Medical/Surgical Oncology Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies 1. Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN). Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to...

Staff Nurse – Telemetry Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies 1. Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to patients. Assures...

Staff Nurse – Telemetry Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies 1. Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to patients. Assures...

Staff Nurse – Telemetry Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies 1. Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to patients. Assures...

Staff Nurse – Wound Care Clinic Position Purpose Under the supervision of the C linical Manager, performs the primary function of an RN in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients in the Wound Healing C enter. Is responsible for meeting the established WHC Standards of Nursing Practice in the management of all assigned patients. Assists physicians with the development and implementation of wound treatment plans and participates in performance improvement review activities. Acts within the guidelines of federal and state laws, JC AHO Standards and professional and ethical practice. Also administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy and diagnostic testing to patients of the Department of Hyperbaric Medicine, under the supervision of a hyperbaric physician. All therapeutic and diagnostic modalities will be ordered by the hyperbaric physician. Role Specific Competencies 1. Clinical – Assessment Initiate a nursing assessment of...

Staff Nurse – Wound Care Clinic Position Purpose Under the supervision of the C linical Manager, performs the primary function of an RN in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients in the Wound Healing C enter. Is responsible for meeting the established WHC Standards of Nursing Practice in the management of all assigned patients. Assists physicians with the development and implementation of wound treatment plans and participates in performance improvement review activities. Acts within the guidelines of federal and state laws, JC AHO Standards and professional and ethical practice. Also administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy and diagnostic testing to patients of the Department of Hyperbaric Medicine, under the supervision of a hyperbaric physician. All therapeutic and diagnostic modalities will be ordered by the hyperbaric physician. Role Specific Competencies 1. Clinical – Assessment Initiate a nursing assessment of...

Staff Nurse – Telemetry Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to patients. Assures that...

Staff Nurse – Telemetry Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to patients. Assures that...

Staff Nurse – Bridge program Telemetry- This program offers experienced med surg nurses an opportunity to move in to Telemetry. It is a 1 year program. Successful completion of this program, can position a nurse to move into an ICU setting. Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for...

Staff Nurse – Telemetry Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to patients. Assures that...

Staff Nurse – Medical/Surgical Orthopedics Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies 1. Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN) Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to...

Staff Nurse – Medical/Surgical Oncology Position Purpose The registered nurse assumes principle responsibility under general supervision, for the total care, assessment, implementation and evaluation of each patient assigned to the nursing unit, either directly or through leadership of personnel. The RN develops and/or revises a plan of care for each patient, initiates health care training and education of the patient and/or patient family to facilitate recovery; utilizes principles of teaching and learning to assist patients, staff and self in the identification of the need for new knowledge and skills. Role Specific Competencies 1. Administers all medications in accordance with policies and procedures (RN). Verifies physician orders against MAR for accuracy on each shift and on an ongoing basis. Maintains knowledge of all actions, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administrations on all drugs administered to...

Staff Nurse – Emergency Department Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, is responsible and accountable for total direct and indirect comprehensive delivery of nursing care to patients of all ages, including newborn, infant, pediatric, psychiatric, emergency, oncology, critical care and medical/surgical patients. Role Specific Competencies 1. Accountability Is accountable for own actions. Demonstrates sound critical thinking skills. 2. Assessment Assesses health care and needs of patient using appropriate resources and standards and does so in a timely manner. 3. Communication Communicates written and verbal reports accurately. Keeps charge nurse and physicians/physician's assistant informed. 4. Confidentiality Upholds standards of confidentiality at all times. 5. Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality care services for special age specific populations, such as, but not...

Staff Nurse – Emergency Department Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, is responsible and accountable for total direct and indirect comprehensive delivery of nursing care to patients of all ages, including newborn, infant, pediatric, psychiatric, emergency, oncology, critical care and medical/surgical patients. Role Specific Competencies 1. Accountability Is accountable for own actions. Demonstrates sound critical thinking skills. 2. Assessment Assesses health care and needs of patient using appropriate resources and standards and does so in a timely manner. 3. Communication Communicates written and verbal reports accurately. Keeps charge nurse and physicians/physician's assistant informed. 4. Confidentiality Upholds standards of confidentiality at all times. 5. Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality care services for special age specific populations, such as, but not...

Staff Nurse – Emergency Department Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, is responsible and accountable for total direct and indirect comprehensive delivery of nursing care to patients of all ages, including newborn, infant, pediatric, psychiatric, emergency, oncology, critical care and medical/surgical patients. Role Specific Competencies 1. Accountability Is accountable for own actions. Demonstrates sound critical thinking skills. 2. Assessment Assesses health care and needs of patient using appropriate resources and standards and does so in a timely manner. 3. Communication Communicates written and verbal reports accurately. Keeps charge nurse and physicians/physician's assistant informed. 4. Confidentiality Upholds standards of confidentiality at all times. 5. Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality care services for special age specific populations, such as, but not...

Staff Nurse – Emergency Department Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, is responsible and accountable for total direct and indirect comprehensive delivery of nursing care to patients of all ages, including newborn, infant, pediatric, psychiatric, emergency, oncology, critical care and medical/surgical patients. Role Specific Competencies 1. Accountability Is accountable for own actions. Demonstrates sound critical thinking skills. 2. Assessment Assesses health care and needs of patient using appropriate resources and standards and does so in a timely manner. 3. Communication Communicates written and verbal reports accurately. Keeps charge nurse and physicians/physician's assistant informed. 4. Confidentiality Upholds standards of confidentiality at all times. 5. Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality care services for special age specific populations, such as, but not...