Job Description

* Advances clinical practice on the unit; consistently integrates evidence into practice and uses this as a firm foundation for unit practice.

* Serves as a clinical expert and professional resource for the unit nurses; mentrs and coaches other nurses to advance their development.

* Provides nursing leadership in the development and implementation of unit level evidenced based protocols/procedures.

* Develops CNI and CNII to effectively function in unit-based roles.

* Models collaboration with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care; models independent advocacy for patient/family needs.

* Enhances practice consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient centered care.

Company Description

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you're coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You're embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you'll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade 'A' hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we've been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Qualifications

* 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.

* BSN or Specialty Certification required.

* Current AHA BLS certification required.

* Must meet all unit specific certification requirements (ACLS, PAL, NRP)

* Relevant clinical work experience related to practice on the unit.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.