Registered Nurse (RN), Adult Psych

General Summary This role is the minimum level for all nurses at BWMC with more than 12 months of experience. The nurse will be competent in the required skills and knowledge, fully participate in unit governance, and independently provide and coordinate care for patients within a clinical specialty. They serve as an effective member of the multidisciplinary patient care team, demonstrate and model the full range of nursing professional practice, and participate in strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and cost‑effectiveness at the unit level. The nurse strives to create an environment where patients, families, and colleagues collaborate in care delivery and is accountable for advancing group practice and meeting nursing mission standards. Minimum Education & Credential Requirements Associate Degree in Nursing is required; Bachelor of Science from a College of Nursing is preferred. Current Maryland RN licensure required prior to orientation. At least 1 year of RN experience required. Professional certification is highly encouraged. Employees hired on or after July 1, 2018 must complete a Bachelor of Science within 5 years from hire date or transfer into a Clinical Nursing position. If there is a gap of 5 years or more in applied nursing experience, successful completion of a refresher course within the past 6 months is required. Qualifications American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required upon hire. Must meet all unit‑specific certification requirements: PALS, ACLS, NRP. Maintains all Clinical Nurse I core expectations. Competent evaluation with successful probation passing; current on all mandatory classes/training. Ability to use computer systems to manage patient information. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Professional Practice Independently practices with solid knowledge and clinical skills. Competent in care of unit‑specific patient population and functions effectively in unit‑specific roles. Utilizes and integrates evidence into practice. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care addressing patient/family needs. Transitions from task‑based care to holistic care. Participates in unit‐based Clinical Practice activities. Integrates patient education materials utilizing the Teach Back methodology. Practice Focus Areas – Clinical Resources Assists in development of clinical practice guidelines and standards for the unit. Serves as Clinical Resource for others. Professional Development Engaged in advancing own practice. Contributes to ancillary personnel skills and development. Participates in unit‑based Professional Development activities. Contributes to unit‑based education and learning activities (e.g., posters, storyboards, presentations, in‑service, group projects). Completes a minimum of ten CE hours annually, with at least 50% directly related to certification and/or specialty; or completed six credit hours toward a BSN or Master’s Degree. Practice Focus Areas – Professional Engagement Member of professional organization. Serves as super‑user or subject matter expert (SME). Participates in organizational or community service programs such as health fairs, walks, booths, schools, churches. Achieves professional certification in area of practice. Achieves a BS from a College of Nursing. Organizational Innovation Demonstrates knowledge of Nursing Sensitive Quality Indicators (NSQI), National Hospital Quality Measures, National Patient Safety Goals, HCAHPS and contributes to unit initiatives to improve them. Participates in unit‑based process improvement efforts, assists in development of action plans, and supports implementation. Participates in research activities. Assists with regulatory readiness. Models professional behavior and culture of excellence, emphasizing the UM BWMC model of care. Practice Focus Areas – Research & Regulatory Participates in organizational regulatory readiness. Participates in unit‑based research activities. Participates in development of patient education materials. Leadership Delegates appropriately to other healthcare team members. Participates in teambuilding efforts on units; supports and models teamwork throughout the organization. Participates in unit/hospital‑based committees or councils. Supports AACN guidelines for Healthy Work Environment (communication, collaboration, effective decision making, recognition, leadership, staffing). Complies with standards for unit operations (equipment, scheduling guidelines, etc.). Provides feedback for peer review as requested. Practice Focus Areas – Leadership Development Performs charge role for assigned shifts as needed; supports charge nurse decisions. Serves as preceptor, coach, mentor to new nurses and students. Participates in unit‑based reward and recognition activities. Leads efforts that support unit operations such as equipment maintenance, scheduling, etc. Contributes to development of and participates in unit‑based peer review processes. Participates as a team member focusing on elements within the Healthy Work Environment. Participates in the peer interview process. Patient Safety Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety. Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority. Implements policies, procedures, and standards consistently in the performance of assigned duties. Develops effective working relationships and maintains good communication with other team members. Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates them to those in charge. Working Conditions Weekend, shift work, holiday, on‑call, and overtime may be required. Work requires maximum lifting of 35 lbs. when assisting patients (up to 50% of time); maximum lifting of 50 lbs. when lifting equipment and supplies. Requires standing, sitting, bending, walking for up to 100% of scheduled work time. Potential exposure to patients with infectious diseases; requires observance of universal precautions. Potential to be floated to like units based on acuity and census. Works inside a clean, well‑lighted environment; may be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations; may be physically or verbally abused by patients. Expected to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays; may work on units other than the regular unit to provide adequate staffing. Position classified as medium exposure risk; requires annual respirator mask fitting. Benefits All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Pay Range: $37 – $54.04 Other compensation (if applicable): Eligible for shift differential. 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