Description

Together, we work to make lives better… for our patients and each other.

Community, at Frederick Health it means more. It’s not just the patients we serve. It’s colleagues and friends that we stand beside each day as we strive to reach our best. It’s the satisfaction that comes from working together with spirited co-workers whose dedication to quality has helped us reach Magnet® status and national recognition as one of Healthgrades® 100 Best Hospitals. It’s uplifting. It’s encouraging. It’s welcoming. We invite you to make our community yours as a member of our team.

The Emergency Department is seeking an RN to support and be responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.  Independently provides patient care using the nursing process and performs leadership and teaching duties necessary that supports effective patient care.  Supports and participates in continuous quality improvement activities.  Functions within the limits of the State and Federal licensing, regulatory bodies and hospital policies. Assesses the biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational and discharge planning of patients according to nursing standards. Ensures an effective plan of care for assigned patients based upon the standards for planning and providing care. Implements plan of care in compliance with hospital and nursing policies in accordance with all appropriate standards. Evaluates nursing care, which includes tools and equipment related to patient care. Provides patient/family education while assessing patient and/or family. Demonstrates effective precepting and mentoring skills for RN’s and ancillary staff.  Adheres to program policies and participates in effective department orientation. Must complete all Hospital wide and Department specific competencies.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in State of Maryland or compact state.
Associates degree in Nursing required; Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred or willing to obtain within 5 years of employment
Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
BLS certification is required of ALL nurses within 90-days of hire.

For a detailed job description and to apply, please visit www.frederickhealth.org/about/careers/