Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse Per Diem

General Summary of Position

The incumbent in this position is responsible for providing competent professional nursing care using the nursing process. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Medstar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

Schedule

0630 to 1700 or 0700 to 1730, schedule dependent and requires at least one shift per week.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Required

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing Preferred
  Experience

• 3-4 years Recent acute care experience in the relevant patient care area Required
  Licenses and Certifications

• Current D.C. license as a Registered Professional Nurse Required

• Certification in Basic Life Support Required

• Certification in specialty or related specialty Preferred
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to perform the nursing technologies.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to set priorities and work under stress.
  Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• PRACTICE and QUALITY_x000D_Provide relationship-based care that promotes continuous, consistent, efficient, and accountable delivery of nursing care using the nursing process._x000D_Demonstrates professional practice utilizing the framework of the professional practice model and is grounded in a culture of safety and quality.

• COMMUNICATION and COLLABORATION_x000D_Communicates and collaborates with interprofessional groups to ensure coordination, continuity, and safe care.

• Communicates verbal information and documents are written and electronic information that reflects the planned and delivered care for patients.

• LEADERSHIP_x000D_Supports and contributes to the unit, department, and organizational goals inclusive of the mission, vision, and values._x000D_Demonstrates advocacy and support on behalf of interprofessional teams and patients._x000D_Delegates and supervises nursing staff in providing patient care and assumes leadership roles, e.g., charge nurse role._x000D_Participates in the development and implementation of quality activities.

• PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Serves as a preceptor or mentor._x000D_Participates in professional development activities._x000D_Incorporates evidence-based practice and research into patient care delivery.
  About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.