Registered Nurse (RN), Day Shift, Observation Unit
About The Position
White Oak Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for its Observation Unit. The RN embraces Adventist HealthCare’s mission to extend God’s care through physical, mental, and spiritual healing. The role focuses on patient-centered care, patient and family education, evidence-informed practice, and professional development. The nurse develops plans of care for the patient population, recognizes changes in patient condition and initiates corrective action, uses equipment and technology appropriately, and contributes to practice improvement. The position is full-time, scheduled for three 12-hour day shifts per week (6:45 a.m.–7:15 p.m.), or 36 hours per week. Weekend work is required every other weekend, and holidays are worked on a unit rotation. The position is eligible for a shift differential and is classified as non-exempt under the FLSA. Pay range: $38.00–$57.00.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Passing score on the NCLEX.
- Minimum of 1 year of RN experience.
- Current Maryland State nursing license.
- Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications as required by the specialty area.
Nice To Haves
- One to two years of current Telemetry experience or related acute care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Educate patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
- Advance personal knowledge and skills by considering feedback and guidance from senior nurses and the Clinical Nurse Manager.
- Serve as a role model to Level I nurses and use electronic resources to support best practices in patient care.
- Demonstrate professionalism, adhere to ANA standards of practice, and exemplify Adventist HealthCare values.
- Use equipment and technology correctly, delegate non-nursing duties appropriately, and maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Develop a plan of care appropriate to the patient population.
- Accurately identify impending changes in patient condition and initiate corrective action.
- Mentor students, colleagues, and team members in patient-centered care.
- Conduct purposeful rounding from the perspective of patients and families.
- Conduct efficient literature searches and apply findings appropriately to practice.
- Identify opportunities to improve clinical care and participate in evidence-based changes to practice.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents effective on the date of hire.
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, and AD&D; short-term disability buy-up available.
- Paid Time Off.
- Employer retirement contribution and matching after one year of eligible employment, with a three-year vesting period.
- Voluntary benefits, including flexible spending accounts and legal plans, as well as life, pet, auto, home, long-term care, and critical illness and accident insurance.
- Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support.
- Free employee parking.
- Work-life balance through nonrotating shifts.
- Recognition and rewards for professional expertise.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
