Mc Clinical Nurse II

University of Maryland Medical System•Aberdeen, MD

1d•$37 - $54

About The Position

General Summary Assists in the maintenance of equipment by proper cleaning, care and sterilization. Observes and watches the patient at all times, prior and post to induction, providing a safe environment through proper care and handling. Assists in maintenance, care and cleanliness of supplies. Assists in the inventory of supplies and equipment to assure availability and maintain set par level. Provides special equipment before, during and after a procedure according to need. Maintains traffic control through the use of proper areas and corridors at all times. Acts as preceptor for new orientees when requested. Wears appropriate clothing, hair coverings and masks in designated areas. Safely transports, transfers patients using appropriate body mechanics. Distributes supplies and equipment to suites as directed. Assists the surgical team when directed. Maintains awareness of safety hazards of equipment to prevent damage or harm to personnel and patients. Develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members. Serves on committees, task forces, process action teams, public relations activities and/or work groups on a voluntary and appointment basis at the division and/or hospital level. Demonstrates compliance with patient safety and risk management protocols. Reports problems and resolutions of problems regarding patients, team members, visitors, etc. to nurse and is able to recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations. Demonstrates self-directed learning initiatives and seeks ways to maintain current competency and respond to new clinical opportunities. Demonstrates skills and competencies for the preschooler, school age, adolescent, adult and elderly patient. Provides care in compliance with age-specific guidelines as outlined in departmental structural standards.

Requirements

Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
More than 12 months nursing experience.
Solid knowledge and clinical skills.
Current AHA BLS certification required.
Must meet all unit specific certification requirements: (PALS, ACLS, NRP)
Demonstrated ability to lead others, such as effectiveness as charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical resource.
Demonstrated effectiveness as a multidisciplinary team member.
Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.
Demonstrated/documented highly effective interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Responsibilities

Assists in the maintenance of equipment by proper cleaning, care and sterilization.
Observes and watches the patient at all times, prior and post to induction, providing a safe environment through proper care and handling.
Assists in maintenance, care and cleanliness of supplies.
Assists in the inventory of supplies and equipment to assure availability and maintain set par level.
Provides special equipment before, during and after a procedure according to need.
Maintains traffic control through the use of proper areas and corridors at all times.
Acts as preceptor for new orientees when requested.
Wears appropriate clothing, hair coverings and masks in designated areas.
Safely transports, transfers patients using appropriate body mechanics.
Distributes supplies and equipment to suites as directed.
Assists the surgical team when directed.
Maintains awareness of safety hazards of equipment to prevent damage or harm to personnel and patients.
Develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members.
Serves on committees, task forces, process action teams, public relations activities and/or work groups on a voluntary and appointment basis at the division and/or hospital level.
Demonstrates compliance with patient safety and risk management protocols.
Reports problems and resolutions of problems regarding patients, team members, visitors, etc. to nurse and is able to recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
Demonstrates self-directed learning initiatives and seeks ways to maintain current competency and respond to new clinical opportunities.
Demonstrates skills and competencies for the preschooler, school age, adolescent, adult and elderly patient.
Provides care in compliance with age-specific guidelines as outlined in departmental structural standards.