General Summary of Position
Functions in a nursing work leader role, managing personnel associated with nursing services, monitors quality and safety issues. Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients and follows established standards and practices.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Directs and manages the clinical nursing activities of the department, inclusive of but not limited to participation in recruiting, hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of the clinical staff including participation in progressive disciplinary actions as appropriate.
Prepares and modifies assignment and leave schedules to meet patient care requirements.Recommends actions related to compensation rates, staff promotion, discipline and termination.Anticipates and organizes opportunities for staff education and training.
Coordinates clinical staff activities and communicates recommendations for change to Chairman and Administrator for consideration and implementation.Participates in problem solving activities to resolve areas of complication.
Identifies QA/QI indicators for service and participates in data collection and analysis related to indicators.Identifies and reinforces issues related to modification in practice and standards of care.Incorporates practice updates into manuals.Maintains policy and procedure manuals per GUH standards.
Manages designated equipment and supplies with budget to support clinical needs of division including inventory, utilization and distribution.Consults with Chairman and Administrator regarding changing trends and practice issues affecting equipment and supplies.Serves as liaison to Department of Surgery, other departments, divisions and hospital.Estimates preliminary capital equipment budget requests for division.
Communicates and collaborates with personnel in other Hospital and University departments, outside agencies and vendors in regards to clinical operational activities of the division.Ensures that all services meet and are in compliance with licensure, accreditation, and CLIA and JCAHO standards.
Performs professional nursing service in outpatient ambulatory care clinical settings including patient assessment, assists in procedures, patient teaching and ongoing care.
Conducts interactions with patients and families, in person and by telephone, including but not limited to all aspects of maintaining and implementing medical regimen.Coordinates health care team activities.
Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required and
Master's degree in Health Care, Nursing Administration preferred and
CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO AN APPROPRIATE COMBINATION OF EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE. required
Experience
1-2 years Progressively responsible experience is a hospital setting or physician practice, inclusive of 1 year of previous supervisory experience required
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Registered Nurse, licensed in the District of Columbia; Upon Hire required and
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care;
Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
Strong emphasis on teamwork- our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity- we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
Comprehensive total rewards package- including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
More career opportunities closer to home- as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
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