Registered Nurse (RN), Evening Shift, Forensic Medical Unit

$76,960 - $114,400/Yr

101 Shady Grove Medical Center - Rockville, MD

Part-time - Entry Level

Rockville, MD

5,001-10,000 employees

About the position

Adventist HealthCare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for the Forensic Medical Unit. The RN will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to patients, focusing on physical, mental, and spiritual healing. This position emphasizes patient education, mentorship, and adherence to professional standards while fostering a supportive environment for both patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and families through the continuum of care.
• Serve as role models to Level I nurses and support best practices in patient care.
• Demonstrate professionalism and adhere to ANA standards of practice.
• Use equipment and technology correctly and delegate non-nursing duties appropriately.
• Develop a plan of care according to patient population.
• Identify impending changes in patient condition and initiate corrective action.
• Mentor students, colleagues, and team members in patient-centered care.
• Conduct purposeful rounding from patient and family perspective.
• Conduct efficient literature searches and apply findings to practice.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in clinical care and participate in change of practice based on evidence.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Passing score on NCLEX
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Current Maryland State nursing license
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by specialty area

Nice-to-haves

• Prior Forensic Medical Unit or Emergency Department experience preferred.

Benefits

• Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Free Employee parking
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Paid Time Off
• Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period
• Voluntary benefits including flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and various insurance options
• Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support