Charge Nurse Med/Surg 7p-7:30a

Frederick Health

10h • $37 - $55

About The Position

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

• 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.
• Clinical competency in their departmental area of practice.
• Ability to use technology and equipment to perform job duties.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective use of proper body mechanics when handling patients, supplies and equipment.
• 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.
• Ability to keep patient and employee information confidential
• Competency in operating equipment required to meet patient care needs.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational and discharge planning of patients according to nursing standards.
• Ensures an effective plan of care for assigned patients based upon the standards for planning and providing care.
• Implements plan of care in compliance with hospital and nursing policies in accordance with all appropriate standards.
• Evaluates nursing care, which includes tools and equipment related to patient care.
• Provides patient/family education
• Demonstrates professional expectations as evidenced by:
• Demonstrates leadership/accountability qualities.
• Must complete all Hospital wide and Department specific competencies.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees