Experienced Nurse - Med Surge/Tele - Admission Unit - Adult Emergency Department - Day Shift

Experienced Nurse

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center offering a wide range of opportunities across the continuum of care. We invite you to join UMMC and experience a dynamic environment where diverse talents and innovative ideas converge to elevate patient care and advance the science of nursing. Situated in the heart of downtown Baltimore, near the vibrant Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, our location provides an inspiring and energetic setting that fosters professional growth and personal fulfillment.

This role represents the foundational position for all nurses at UMMC with more than 12 months of clinical experience. The Experienced Nurse in the Med Surge/Tele Admission Unit within the Adult Emergency Department (Day Shift) will demonstrate proficiency in the essential nursing skills and knowledge required to deliver high-quality patient care. This nurse will actively engage in unit governance, contributing to decision-making processes that enhance clinical practice and operational efficiency. Adherence to the UMMC Professional Nurse Job Charter is expected, ensuring that all care is delivered in accordance with established standards and ethical guidelines.

The nurse will independently provide and coordinate comprehensive care to patients within their clinical specialty, effectively managing complex cases through critical thinking and sound clinical judgment. As a fully engaged and collaborative member of the multidisciplinary patient care team, this nurse will communicate clearly and professionally with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. They will demonstrate the full scope of professional nursing practice by delivering direct patient care and actively participating in the development and implementation of strategies designed to improve patient outcomes, enhance patient satisfaction, and promote cost-effective care at the unit level.

Accountability is a cornerstone of this role. The nurse is responsible to patients and their families for the quality and safety of care throughout each episode of care. Additionally, the nurse is accountable to their peers for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork, and to the nurse manager for overall work performance, including adherence to policies, professional development, and contribution to unit goals. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment while advancing your nursing career in a supportive and innovative academic medical center.

Education and Qualifications:

• Competent evaluation with successful passing of probation; current on all mandatory classes/training.
• 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, is required.
• Completion of 10 contact hours of continuing education annually.
• Active membership in a relevant professional nursing organization.
• Recent clinical experience in a similar healthcare environment.

Knowledge, Competencies, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to lead others, such as effectiveness as charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical resource. Demonstrated effectiveness as a multidisciplinary team member.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information.
• 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.
• Demonstrated/documented highly effective interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.

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.