Full-time Nurse

This nurse will be competent in the skills/knowledge required and fully participate in unit governance. Independently provides and coordinates care provided to patients within a clinical specialty. Serves as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team.

Demonstrates and models the full range of nursing professional practice in both care provided and in participation in development of strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction with service and cost effectiveness at the unit level. Strives to provide an environment where patients, families, and colleagues collaborate in the delivery of care. Is accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance. Is accountable to hold the Service Standards of the Nursing Mission, Vision and Values.

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center - named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another.

The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

An Associate Degree in Nursing is required; Bachelor of Science from a College of Nursing is preferred.
* Employees hired on or after July 1, 2018 will be required to complete a Bachelor of Science from a College of Nursing within 5 years from the date of hire or transfer into a Clinical Nursing position.
* If there is gap in applied nursing experience of 5 years or more successful completion of a refresher course within past 6 months is required.

Must meet all unit specific certification requirements: (Competent evaluation with successful passing of probation; current on all mandatory classes/training.
* Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information
* Competent in care of unit specific patient population and functions effectively in roles specific to the unit
* Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care addressing patient/family needs
* Transitions from task-based care to holistic care
* Participates in unit based Clinical Practice activities
* Integrates patient education materials utilizing the Teach Back methodology

Assists in the development of clinical practice guidelines and standards for unit
* Participates in unit based Professional Development activities
* Contributes to unit based education and learning activities (One (1) per year that could be posters, storyboards, presentation, in-service, group project)
* Participates in organizational or community service programs, such as Health Fairs, walks, booths, schools, churches, etc.
* · Achieves a BS from a College of Nursing

Demonstrates knowledge of Nursing Sensitive Quality Indicators (NSQI), National Hospital Quality Measures, National Patient Safety Goals, HCAHPS and contributes to unit initiatives to improve them
* Participates in the unit based process improvement (PI) efforts assists in development of action plans and supports implementation
* Assists with regulatory readiness
* Models professional behavior and culture of excellence standards on a consistent basis with emphasis on the UM BWMC model of care

Participates in organizational regulatory readiness
* Participates in unit based research activities
* Participates in the development of patient education materials

Delegates appropriately to other healthcare team members
* Participates in teambuilding efforts on units; Participates in unit/hospital based committee or councils
* Complies with standards for unit operations (equipment, scheduling guidelines, etc.)
* Performs charge role for assigned shifts as needed; Serves as preceptor, coach, mentor to new nurses and students
* Participates in unit-based reward and recognition activities
* Leads efforts that support unit operations such as equipment maintenance, scheduling, etc.
* Contributes to development of and participates in unit based peer review processes
* 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.
* Implements policies, procedure, and standards consistently in the performance of assigned duties.
* Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Weekend, shift work, holiday, on-call, and overtime may be required.
* when participating in patient care tasks up to 50% of the time to position and/or assist patients on to carts or into wheelchairs or beds, and generally with ambulation. when lifting equipment and supplies. Includes reaching for: grasping and handling equipment/ supplies. Visual acuity is necessary to read labels, charts, documents and use various instruments.
* There is potential for regular exposure to patients possessing infectious diseases requiring observance of universal precautions requiring wearing protective clothing, gloves, and mask as appropriate, and observance of safe work practices.
* Potential to be floated to like units with like skill sets based on acuity and census
* Expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary. May be expected to work on other than regular unit to provide adequate staffing, if the need arises. Participates in temporary assignment measures of department of Nursing. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observance of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

4South is a 24-bed acute Telemetry/Step-Down Kaiser Permanente unit with remote telemetry capabilities. The unit provides 24-hour compassionate nursing care to a diverse patient population. We accept patients admitted with diagnoses such as, but not limited to Stroke, Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cellulitis, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Sepsis, Infectious Diseases, Various Gastrointestinal Disorders, Renal Failure and General Surgical Needs. Nursing care follows the Relationship Based Care Model. Whenever possible, the patient and family are included in the plan of care, treatment and setting of goals during their hospitalization. We have a very active Unit Practice Council and we also promote and encourage our team members to apply for advancement on our Professional Advancement Model. 4 South also incorporates virtual nursing into their workflow. Virtual nurses are responsible for completing admissions, discharges, some checklists and patient education. If you are a motivated individual who is looking to work in an environment that fosters creativity, professionalism, and collaboration then 4 South is the place for you.