to unit (such as charge nurse, etc. ). 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. Service/Quality: Assists in team development and evaluation of patient care delivery; Participates in collection of data related to outcomes (e. g. hand offs, medication safety, etc). Participates in implementation efforts addressing nursing quality indicators. Participates and contributes to Performance Improvement,
or Evidence Based Practice, or research at the unit level. Complies with standards and participates with unit level activities for TJC/CARF regulatory compliance.
Unit Operations: performs charge role for assigned shifts as needed. Assists in the development of clinical practice protocols and standards for the unit/hospital. Nursing Education and Practice Councils. Assists in development of action plans and supports implementation. Orients Clinical Nurse I to shared governance structure and councils. Serves as preceptor, coach, mentor to new nurses and students. Contributes to development of unit based peer review processes; With roots that go as far back as 1895, the UM Rehab &
Ortho Institute continues to be a pioneer in orthopedics and neurological disorders.
From bones to brains, our cutting-edge hospital heals even the most serious of injuries, specializing in everything from total joint replacement to spinal cord injuries and neurological condition. In total, our 141-bed facility welcomes over 3,000 patients every year. As the state's largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation services, we offer some of the most advanced therapies for stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and sports injury, among many others. 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.
One year nursing experience. Up-to-date status on all mandatory training and classes. Responsible for maintaining competencies required for the patient care setting; Demonstrates leadership qualities through effectiveness as charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical resource. Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information. Ability to participate in team-building efforts on units; 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 backss data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs. 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 by entering information in the Risk Management reporting system (UMMS safe) and to manager/designee. Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
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