RN PRN Unit Based Tier I

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks Provides care of unit-specific and/or hospital-based patient population; independently practices with solid knowledge and clinical skills; engaged in advancing own practice. Utilizes and integrates evidence into practice. Accountable to patients and families for the processes and outcomes of care during an episode of care. Accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care addressing patient/family needs. Serves as clinical resource as needed. Participates in implementation efforts addressing Nursing Sensitive Quality Indicators (NSQI). Complies with standards and supports activities for regulatory compliance. Supports leader and charge nurse decisions. Serves as an effective primary coordinating nurse as required. Models practice consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care. Follows and supports the AACN guidelines for Healthy Work Environment (communication, collaboration, effective decision making, recognition, leadership, staffing); participates as team member focusing on elements within the Healthy Work Environment. Performs other duties as assigned. Education & Experience 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 required. Associate’s degree required. BSN preferred. One (1) year previous RN experience required. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required upon hire. Must meet all unit-specific certification requirements (PALS, ACLS, NRP). Skills Responsible for maintaining competencies required for the patient care setting; focus on advancing own professional development. Solid knowledge and clinical skills. Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Solid knowledge and clinical skills. Demonstrates effectiveness as a multidisciplinary team member. Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information. Ability to participate in team-building efforts on units; supports and models teamwork. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs. Ability to demonstrate versatility and willingness to work within the PRN RN Standardized Program as set forth in assigned Unit Based or Hospital Based commitment levels. Patient Safety 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. Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority. Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge. Benefits PRN Rotational Pay Range: $38.00/ hour flat rate Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differential Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Maryland Medical System