Under general supervision, provides direct patient care to assigned patients. Education: Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required. Licensures/Certifications: Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse. Healthcare Provider CPR biennial Additional certifications (i.e. ACLS, PALS, NRP) for specialty care areas are required upon hire Experience: One-year Registered Nurse experience required Skills: • Proficiency in developing nursing plan of care, implementing effective nursing care, and evaluating outcome of nursing intervention. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Effective planning and organizational skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously • Strong analytical skills • Effective skills in use of computer programs • Demonstrates skill in patient experience and service recovery Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Utilization of Nursing Process A. Assessment. 1. Compiles database and formulates nursing diagnosis. 2. Utilizes physical assessment and interviewing techniques. 3. Anticipates need for intervention by other disciplines. 4. Determines priorities for patient care needs or problems. 5. Reassesses the patient as indicated by changes in condition and/ or response to treatment(s) B. Planning. 1. Initiates and updates a written nursing plan of care for patients by incorporating scientific and psychosocial principles that support the nursing diagnosis. 2. Incorporates information obtained from nursing care planning conferences into written nursing plan of care. 3. Coordinates patient, family, significant other, and health team members in the planning of hospital and post-discharge care. C. Implementation. 1. Performs clinical nursing skills independently. 2. Administers medications, IV therapy and treatments appropriately and accurately. 3. Initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary. 4. Appropriately delegates and coordinates the duties of ancillary personnel. 5. Communicates the patient's status and plan of care through written documentation in the patient's medical record. 6. Verbally communicates the patient's status to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. 7. Communicates in a therapeutic manner with the patient, family and visitors. 8. Applies teaching/learning principles in education of patient and family. D. Patient Care Coordination 1. Manages daily patient assignment by appropriately setting priorities. 2. Delegates responsibility appropriately and monitors the nursing care delivered to patients by ancillary personnel. 3. Coordinates patient activities with other disciplines. E. Teaching and Quality Improvement 1. Develops, documents and implements Patient Teaching and Discharge Planning Record. 2. Participates in established patient, family, staff and/or student education program. 3. Participates in clinical monitoring at the unit level. 4. Identifies unit, staff and patient care problems. Takes action or refers problems to appropriate resources when indicated. F. Professional Excellence Model 1. May participate in activities of the RN 3 with the exception of serving as a facilitator for the Nurse Residency Program 2. If competent, serve as a charge RN and monitor productivity/patient flow 3. If competent, precept new staff All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations Actively pursues learning and self-development Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. Embraces change and improvement in the work environment Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently Pay Range $32.18 - $49.46 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Under general supervision, provides direct patient care to assigned patients. Education Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required. Experience Two years of Registered Nurse experience required in the specific specialty area o r LPN experience at GBMC with director approval . Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proficiency in developing nursing plan of care, implementing effective nursing care, and evaluating outcome of nursing intervention. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Effective planning and organizational skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously Strong analytical skills Effective skills in use of computer programs Demonstrates skill in patient experience and service recovery Licensures, Certifications Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse. Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification from an affiliated American Heart Association training site Additional Certifications (i.e. ALS, PALS, NRP) are required upon hire for specialty areas Principal Duties and Responsibilities Utilization of Nursing Process A. Assessment. Compiles database and formulates nursing diagnosis. Utilizes physical assessment and interviewing techniques. Anticipates need for intervention by other disciplines. Determines priorities for patient care needs or problems. Reassesses the patient as indicated by changes in condition and/ or response to treatment(s) B. Planning. Initiates and updates a written nursing plan of care for patients by incorporating scientific and psychosocial principles that support the nursing diagnosis. Incorporates information obtained from nursing care planning conferences into written nursing plan of care. Coordinates patient, family, significant other, and health team members in the planning of hospital and post-discharge care. C. Implementation. Performs clinical nursing skills independently. Administers medications, IV therapy and treatments appropriately and accurately. Initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary. Appropriately delegates and coordinates the duties of ancillary personnel. Communicates the patient's status and plan of care through written documentation in the patient's medical record. Verbally communicates the patient's status to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. Communicates in a therapeutic manner with the patient, family and visitors. Applies teaching/learning principles in education of patient and family. D. Patient Care Coordination Manages daily patient assignment by appropriately setting priorities. Delegates responsibility appropriately and monitors the nursing care delivered to patients by ancillary personnel. Coordinates patient activities with other disciplines. Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk almost constantly up to 90% of work time and lifting and positioning patients up to 50% of work time. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail and often in stressful situations. Working Conditions Normal patient care environment with possible exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature. Exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases. Conditions of Employment Maintain current licensure and certifications. All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations Actively pursues learning and self-development Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. Embraces change and improvement in the work environment Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently Pay Range $32.18 - $49.46 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Under general supervision, provides direct patient care to assigned patients. Education: Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required. Licensures/Certifications: Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse. Healthcare Provider CPR biennial Additional certifications (i.e. ACLS, PALS, NRP) for specialty care areas are required upon hire Experience: One-year Registered Nurse experience required Skills: • Proficiency in developing nursing plan of care, implementing effective nursing care, and evaluating outcome of nursing intervention. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Effective planning and organizational skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously • Strong analytical skills • Effective skills in use of computer programs • Demonstrates skill in patient experience and service recovery Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Utilization of Nursing Process A. Assessment. 1. Compiles database and formulates nursing diagnosis. 2. Utilizes physical assessment and interviewing techniques. 3. Anticipates need for intervention by other disciplines. 4. Determines priorities for patient care needs or problems. 5. Reassesses the patient as indicated by changes in condition and/ or response to treatment(s) B. Planning. 1. Initiates and updates a written nursing plan of care for patients by incorporating scientific and psychosocial principles that support the nursing diagnosis. 2. Incorporates information obtained from nursing care planning conferences into written nursing plan of care. 3. Coordinates patient, family, significant other, and health team members in the planning of hospital and post-discharge care. C. Implementation. 1. Performs clinical nursing skills independently. 2. Administers medications, IV therapy and treatments appropriately and accurately. 3. Initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary. 4. Appropriately delegates and coordinates the duties of ancillary personnel. 5. Communicates the patient's status and plan of care through written documentation in the patient's medical record. 6. Verbally communicates the patient's status to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. 7. Communicates in a therapeutic manner with the patient, family and visitors. 8. Applies teaching/learning principles in education of patient and family. D. Patient Care Coordination 1. Manages daily patient assignment by appropriately setting priorities. 2. Delegates responsibility appropriately and monitors the nursing care delivered to patients by ancillary personnel. 3. Coordinates patient activities with other disciplines. E. Teaching and Quality Improvement 1. Develops, documents and implements Patient Teaching and Discharge Planning Record. 2. Participates in established patient, family, staff and/or student education program. 3. Participates in clinical monitoring at the unit level. 4. Identifies unit, staff and patient care problems. Takes action or refers problems to appropriate resources when indicated. F. Professional Excellence Model 1. May participate in activities of the RN 3 with the exception of serving as a facilitator for the Nurse Residency Program 2. If competent, serve as a charge RN and monitor productivity/patient flow 3. If competent, precept new staff All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations Actively pursues learning and self-development Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. Embraces change and improvement in the work environment Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently Pay Range $32.18 - $49.46 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
The Hospice Admissions Nurse reports to the Admissions Team Manager. The Hospice Admissions Nurse assesses patients in their place of residence or in hospitals and prepares the patient for entry into the spectrum of services provided by Gilchrist Hospice Care. The Hospice Admissions Nurse serves also as ambassador for Gilchrist Hospice Care within the service area. Education: Diploma, ADN and/or BSN from an accredited institution Licensures/Certifications: Current MD nursing license. Experience: Three years of nursing. Home Health or Hospice experience preferred but not required. Skills: • Knowledgeable of universal precautions for infection control and practices safe nursing standards for self protection • Strong time management skills and the ability to function with a changing daily schedule. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to be patient and family focused and provide patient/caregiver education • Skill in the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) Principal Duties and Responsibilities: • Completes initial assessment of patient and family/caregivers to ascertain Hospice eligibility and needs - including physical, emotional, spiritual and mental status. • Prepares and implements the initial care plan for patient/family unit with Medical Director approval. • Provides direct nursing care to patients in order to maintain highest level of care. • Inform Team Leader of utilization of other team members, outside agencies, and community resources upon initial assessment findings. • Document clinical findings to assure initial hospice eligibility and participate in discharge planning when necessary working with relevant patient care, social services, and other departments. • Teaches family members or hired caregivers, patient care skills, including: pain control, medication (RN titrates medication within prescribed range), injections, draws blood for labs, manages IV's, dressing changes, hygiene, nutrition, checking vital signs in accordance with orders from physician • Ensures that arrangements for equipment necessary in the home setting are made available. • Attends to patient and family at time of patient’s death if it occurs at the time of visit. • Participates in Admissions department projects and process improvement strategies. • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all possible Hospice referral sources in the service area. Meet with healthcare administrators representing Gilchrist Hospice Care within the community. • Obtain necessary consents in accordance with applicable regulations & reimbursement policies. All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. · Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy · Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. · Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations · Actively pursues learning and self-development · Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. · Sets a positive, professional example for others · Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them · Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties · Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. · Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team · Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way · Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions · Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. · Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment · Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. · Embraces change and improvement in the work environment · Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services · Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles · Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently Pay Range $66,942.34 - $102,872.41 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Under general supervision and in consultation with the responsible medical oncologist and/or advanced practitioner, is responsible for coordinating, managing and communicating the plan of treatment to patients and their families. Specifically, the nurse assists in communications with patients, triages patients and patient issues, performs symptom management and teaches patients regarding their disease process and treatment. In addition, the nurse collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team and utilizes clinical outcomes data to support innovative and cost effective changes to clinical practice. Education: Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. Licensures/Certifications: Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse Completion of "Healthcare Provider" CPR course ONS Chemotherapy Biotherapy provider card preferred, but not mandatory Experience: Infusion experience and outpatient experience preferred, but not mandatory Skills: • Interpersonal communication (oral and written) skills required in order to educate and comfort patients and their families, maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel, and maintain appropriate documentation records • Ability to assess, triage and document medical information pertinent to the oncology patient • Skill in oral and written communication to address patient/family and staff concerns • Demonstrated skill in problem solving using available resources in innovative ways • Interpersonal relationship skills in order to communicate effectively with the oncology care team Computer and personal productivity skills to enable effective use of e-mail, the Internet, and word processing packages Principles Duties and Responsibilities: Utilization of Nursing Process A. Assessment. 1. Assesses patients prior to administration of any therapy or treatment by doing the following: a) Utilizing physical assessment skills and interview techniques b) Reviewing pertinent laboratory results c) Reviewing results and grading side effects related to treatment by using the NCI-CTC scale 2. Compiles database and documents in a thorough manner, included (but not limited to): assessment, NCI-CTC toxicity criteria, pain assessment, falls assessment, medication reconciliation, education, distress, etc. 3. Anticipates need for intervention by other disciplines. 4. Determines priorities for patient care needs or problems. B. Planning. 1. Initiates and updates plan of care for patient at each visit 2. Provides patient and family members with information and support, coordinating all aspects of care 3. Educates patient and family on treatment plan (to include new drugs and side effects), schedule for treatment, information about labs and follow-up visits, Rx medications, when to call the office and what number to call, etc. 4. Documents initial new patient education sessions in the education assessment flowsheet and chemo education flowsheets addressing all elements. Documents any reiteration of initial education, and ongoing in the progress note C. Implementation. 1. Performs clinical nursing skills independently. 2. Administers medications, IV therapy and treatments appropriately and accurately. 3. Initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary. 4. Communicates the patient's status and plan of care through documentation in the EMR. 5. Verbally communicates the patient's status to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. 6. Provides caring, individual attention, compassion, and empathy to patients and their families 7. Provides patient and family members with information and support, coordinating all aspects of care D. Patient Care Coordination 1. Manages daily patient assignment by appropriately setting priorities. 2. Coordinates patient activities with other disciplines. 3. Communicates with other oncology team members and the front desk staff regarding wait times by using direct communication and through the use of the office chat room 4. Communicates in a therapeutic manner with the patient, family, and visitors 5. Works closely with clinical trials nurses to ensure appropriate things are done when a patient in on a study E. Teaching and Quality Improvement 1. Identifies unit, staff, and patient care problems. Takes action or refers problems to appropriate resource when needed 2. Helps maintain unit supplies by re-stocking at the end of each day. Notifies unit personnel responsible for ordering when items get low. 3. Participates in the LDM process for the Cancer Institute. 4. Maintains the “environment of care” by cleaning chairs and pumps between each patient and at the end of the shift 5. Participates in performance improvement at the unit level, which includes identifying areas for improvement and contributing to the solutions needed to fix them 6. Reports near misses, errors, etc., in Quantros 7. Completes all documentation in a timely manner, by the end of the shift 8. Completes patient bulling in a thorough, accurate manner by the end of the shift 9. Practices good customer service skills and provides service recovery when needed. All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations Actively pursues learning and self-development Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. Embraces change and improvement in the work environment Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently Pay Range $39.80 - $66.26 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
