Experienced registered nurse surgical icu-$15,000 sign on bonus | Baltimore, MD

Based on your current level of skills and prior experience Dedicated nurse educator that works to tailor orientation directly to your needs SICU specific classes you will take to master the skills and equipment we use on this unit New graduate nurses will also be enrolled in the hospital-wide New Graduate Residency program to offer additional support Multiple learning opportunities beyond orientation that provide bedside nurses with advanced skills.

The SICU has a unit-based shared governance structure to allow all nurses to participate in decision making. This local structure also supports the hospital-wide governance structure, providing a SICU voice at all levels of decision making.

As a Registered Nurse (RN) at UMMC, you'll experience: A supportive and collaborative work environment An Achievable Professional Advancement model: Opportunities to progress in function, skills, and pay through our achievable promotion schedule; The opportunity to work in a specialized care environment at an Academic Medical Center with a nursing-centered care model and Magnet Designation; A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage, Tax-Free Savings Plans and more!

A highly competitive wage scale: Annual merit increases and a base wage scale that is measured against market standards. Generous tuition reimbursement

of up to $10,000 per year for your graduate degree at University of Maryland School of Nursing.

General Summary This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses at UMMC who have greater than 12 months experience. This nurse will be competent in the skills/knowledge required and fully participate in unit governance. He/she will practice and adhere to the guidelines specified in the UMMC Professional Nurse Job Charter. Independently provides and coordinates care provided to patients within a clinical specialty. Serves as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team. Demonstrates and models the full range of nursing professional practice in both care provided and in participation in development of strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction with service and cost effectiveness at the unit level.

Is accountable to patients and families for the processes and outcomes of care during an episode of care. Is accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance. Company Description Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care.

Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work! Qualifications Education and Experience 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.

Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education/year. Member of a professional organization. Recent applicable clinical experience in a comparable setting. Knowledge, Skills 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 backss 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. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. For more details: jobs-search. org/advertising_baltimore-c434177/job_i1958166012