Job Summary
Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.
Independently provides patient care using the nursing process and performs leadership and teaching duties necessary that supports effective patient care. Supports and participates in continuous quality improvement activities. Functions within the limits of the State and Federal licensing, regulatory bodies and hospital policies.
Essential Functions:
- Must complete all Hospital wide and Department specific competencies.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Clinical competency in their departmental area of practice.
- Ability to use technology and equipment to perform job duties.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Effective use of proper body mechanics when handling patients, supplies and equipment.
- Ability to handle a physically demanding environment.
- Skills and abilities to perform all job description duties according to the age specific patient population served by their department.
- Ability to meet the requirements annually of the FH Clinical Ladder.
- Ability to keep patient and employee information confidential
- Competency in operating equipment required to meet patient care needs.
Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:
- Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in State of Maryland or compact state.
- Associates degree in Nursing required; Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred or willing to obtain within 5 years of employment
- Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
- BLS certification is required of ALL nurses within 90-days of hire.
The following certifications are required for the nursing units specified. Each certification must be completed within 1 year of hire.
§2C (Oncology/Thorasic) – Chemotherapy
§4B, 4A, 4G, 2G (Telemetry) – ACLS
§L&D, OB/OR – NRP, C-EFM w/in 3 years
§Family Center – NRP
§NICU – NRP
§ICU – ACLS
§Peds/Peds ED – PALS
§OR – ACLS
§Cath Lab – ACLS
§PACU – ACLS
§ENDO – ACLS
§Pre-Op – ACLS
§Emergency Dept – ACLS, PALS, Base Station
Patient Contact
Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups * This would be based on designated patient population for each nursing department.
- X Neonate (0 thru 30 days)
- X Infant (31 thru 12 months)
- X Child (13 months thru 12 years)
- X Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years)
- X Adult (18 years thru 65 years)
- X Geriatric (66+ years)
Physical Demands:
Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 100 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 50 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).
Ergonomic Risk Factors:
Repetition: Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.
Forceful Exertion: The amount of physical effort required to perform a task (such as moving patients) or to maintain control of equipment or tools. The amount of force depends on the type of grip, the weight of an object or person, body posture, the type of activity and the duration of the task.
Awkward Posture: Posture is the position your body is in and its effect on the muscle groups that are involved in the physical activity. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, working overhead with your hands or arms, or holding fixed positions.
Contact Stress: Pressing the body hard on sharp edges can result in placing too much pressure on nerves, tendons, and blood vessels. For example, using the palm of your hand to hit or stick objects can increase risk of musculoskeletal disorders.
Working Conditions:
- Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk: Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids. Exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials and highly technical and heavy equipment.
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to Department Manager. Also receives supervision from Director or Hospital Supervisor.
Schedule:Full time (3) 12 hr shifts/week, day shift 7a-7:30p with weekend and holiday rotation
Disclaimer:
The content of this document reflects the general duties, responsibilities, minimum skills, abilities and competencies necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as an exhaustive detailed description of all the work requirements of the position.
Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.
Pay range: $34.00 - $52.00
