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Community Nurses

Lanham, Maryland Luminis Health

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Position Objective:
Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as a provider of direct and indirect patient care and by effective of the health care team. Functions as a competent member of the health care team. br>1. Clinical Decision Making/Judgment
Demonstrates clinical nursing knowledge and skill in the specialization of the unit.
Demonstrates the ability to apply the nursing process effectively in the care of culturally diverse patients and families. Demonstrates the ability to utilize all applicable laws, policies, standards, guidelines and evidence-based practice in the provision of patient/family care.
Organizes and reprioritizes patient care activities based on subtle and overt and/or environmental changes.
Consistently and thoroughly assesses patients to collect data and identify learning needs according to established standards and policies.
Utilizes a systematic, continuous and complete analysis of assessment data to develop individualized problem lists for assigned patients.
Develops and individualizes a plan of care for each patient in accordance with established standards, appropriate prioritization of problems/needs, and mutually agreed upon goals.
Efficiently implements the patients plan of care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.
Demonstrates proficiency in medication administration, pain management and other unit or initiative specific skills.
Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of the plan(s) of care, making revisions and recommendations based on analysis of patient responses to interventions.
2. Nurse-Patient Family Relationships
Demonstrates the ability to assess the patients/familys learning needs, readiness to learn, learning style, and presence of barriers to learning.
Demonstrates the ability to develop, implement and evaluate teaching plans for patient populations in unit specialty in accordance with applicable standards.
Demonstrates the ability to apply knowledge of growth and development across the life span to the care of patients.
Provides direct patient care to patients and families in a culturally, developmentally and ethically appropriate manner.
Plans of care address the physical, psychosocial, spiritual and learning needs of the patient/family.
3. Clinical Scholarship
Participates in QI, CPI and risk management activities at the unit, department or organizational level.
Demonstrates the ability to effectively perform and improve all processes in order to achieve excellence with regard to Luminis Healths quality standards and benchmarks.
Supports the use of evidence based guidelines and organizational policies and procedures to promote safe patient care and a safe practice environment.
4. Clinical Leadership
Participates in unit shared governance according to departmental standards.
Participates in the education and orientation of new staff.
Delegates patient care activities as appropriate; evaluates delegated activities for expected patient care outcomes.
Employs real time computer documentation when completing patient record.
Educational/Experience Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Adherence to the credentialing requirements of Luminis Health as stated in the nursing bylaws.
Where applicable, completion of a BSN is required within 5 years of date of hire
Required License/Certifications:
Current licensure as a registered nurse by the Maryland Board of Nursing
BLS - American Heart Association Health Provider
If serving as a bilingual/multilingual interpreter, certification in Medical Interpretation is required to perform the duties of a qualified interpreter.
Additional requirements by department:
PALS Requirement:
The following department(s) require PALS: Pediatrics Unit, Postanesthesia Care Unit, Endoscopy, Procedural Care Unit, Interventional Radiology.
ACLS Requirement:
The following department(s) require ACLS: Heart and Vascular Unit, Neuro Care Unit, ICU/IMU, Interventional Radiology, Postanesthesia Care Unit, Resource Nurses, Emergency Department, Prep, Telemetry, Medical Surgical Elder Care, Outpatient Infusion, Vascular Access Team, DRCC Bowie, Observation Unit, Endoscopy, Procedural Care Unit, Cardiac Cath Lab, Flex Nursing Unit, ICU, Operating Room (LHDCMC only), Cardiac Cath Lab, Observation Unit, DCMC IP Mental Health, and Edwards Pre-Op and PACU.
Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certification requirement:

Certification within 6 months of hire if experienced or within 1 year for new graduate nurse
The following department(s) require a Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certification: Oncology Unit
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation requirement:
The following department(s) require NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation: Mother and Baby Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Labor and Delivery Unit, and Women's Surgical Unit.
BLS requirement:
The following department(s) require BLS: Employee Health, Performance Improvement, Special Pathogens Unit, Neuro Care Unit, Pre-Anes Testing, Wound Care Center, Medical Staff Office, Nursing Administration, Nursing Graduate Program, Women's Surgical Unit, Joint and Spine Unit, 4 Medical, IV Therapy, Nursing Quality and Research, HSCRC Nursing Grant, Flex Nursing Unit, ICU, Operating Room, Short Stay Unit, Postanesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit, 4TH FLOOR, DCH 3 East Med Surg Telemetry, 3 West Oncology, Emergency Room, Oncology Unit and 2 EAST OBS.
Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:
There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.
Physical Demands -
The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.
Pay Range
$34—$54 USD < r> Luminis Health Benefits Overview:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance < r>• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year) < r>• Paid Time Off < r>• Tuition Assistance Benefits < r>• Employee Referral Bonus Program < r>• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees < r>• Wellness Programs < r>• Employee Assistance Programs and more < r>*Benefit offerings based on employment status
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RN - REGISTERED NURSES: HOME HEALTH

22038 Fairfax, Virginia Rocket City HR

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Calling All Compassionate & Skilled RNs: Make a Real Impact with LivinRite Home Health

Are you burned out from hospital shifts and charting marathons that leave little time for anything else? Ready to take back your schedule-and your sense of purpose?

At LivinRite Home Health, we're redefining what it means to be a nurse. We're looking for dedicated, experienced RNs who want to provide meaningful, patient-centered care-without sacrificing their own work-life balance.

What We Offer:

* Flexible daytime schedules - because your personal life matters, too


* Real patient connection - one-on-one care in the comfort of the patient's home


* A supportive, close-knit team - no silos, no burnout culture


* Competitive compensation and benefits - without night shifts or endless EMR slog


* A family-owned, mission-driven environment where your work is valued and recognized



What You Bring:

* A deep passion for compassionate, quality nursing care


* Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work independently


* A positive attitude and the heart to treat patients like family


* The desire to be part of a company that values purpose over volume



Why Join Our Team?

At LivinRite, we've built a team culture rooted in respect, gratitude, and impact. We believe in supporting our clinicians just as much as our patients. When you join us, you'll experience:

* A family-first culture - proudly family-owned and operated


* Ongoing education and career growth opportunities


* A leadership team that actually listens


* Recognition and appreciation-because your work deserves it


* A chance to be part of something bigger than a job-a mission to change lives, starting at home



We are assembling a passionate, forward-thinking care team determined to raise the standard for home health. If you're driven, caring, and ready to make healthcare better, we want to meet you.

Benefits:

* Competitive pay and full benefits package


* Medical and dental insurance


* PTO and flexible scheduling options


* Engaged, personable management team


* Professional growth in a collaborative and positive environment



Qualifications:

* Graduate of an accredited nursing program


* Active RN license in the State of Virginia


* Minimum of two (2) years in home health, acute care, or rehab preferred


* Current CPR/BLS certification


* Valid driver's license and auto insurance


* Strong communication, documentation, and time management skills


* Ability to work independently and adapt to various home settings



Ready to trade in the hospital hustle for a more fulfilling path?

Take the next step toward a role that honors your time, your talent, and your heart.

Apply today and experience the LivinRite difference.
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RN - REGISTERED NURSES: HOME HEALTH

22032 Fairfax, Virginia LivinRite Home Health Services

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Job Description

Calling All Compassionate & Skilled RNs: Make a Real Impact with LivinRite Home Health

Are you burned out from hospital shifts and charting marathons that leave little time for anything else? Ready to take back your schedule-and your sense of purpose?

At LivinRite Home Health , we're redefining what it means to be a nurse. We're looking for dedicated, experienced RNs who want to provide meaningful, patient-centered care-without sacrificing their own work-life balance.

What We Offer:
  • Flexible daytime schedules - because your personal life matters, too

  • Real patient connection - one-on-one care in the comfort of the patient's home

  • A supportive, close-knit team - no silos, no burnout culture

  • Competitive compensation and benefits - without night shifts or endless EMR slog

  • A family-owned, mission-driven environment where your work is valued and recognized

What You Bring:
  • A deep passion for compassionate, quality nursing care

  • Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work independently

  • A positive attitude and the heart to treat patients like family

  • The desire to be part of a company that values purpose over volume

Why Join Our Team?

At LivinRite, we've built a team culture rooted in respect, gratitude, and impact. We believe in supporting our clinicians just as much as our patients. When you join us, you'll experience:

  • A family-first culture - proudly family-owned and operated

  • Ongoing education and career growth opportunities

  • A leadership team that actually listens

  • Recognition and appreciation -because your work deserves it

  • A chance to be part of something bigger than a job-a mission to change lives, starting at home

We are assembling a passionate, forward-thinking care team determined to raise the standard for home health. If you're driven, caring, and ready to make healthcare better, we want to meet you.

Benefits:
  • Competitive pay and full benefits package

  • Medical and dental insurance

  • PTO and flexible scheduling options

  • Engaged, personable management team

  • Professional growth in a collaborative and positive environment

Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program

  • Active RN license in the State of Virginia

  • Minimum of two (2) years in home health, acute care, or rehab preferred

  • Current CPR/BLS certification

  • Valid driver's license and auto insurance

  • Strong communication, documentation, and time management skills

  • Ability to work independently and adapt to various home settings

Ready to trade in the hospital hustle for a more fulfilling path?
Take the next step toward a role that honors your time, your talent, and your heart.

Apply today and experience the LivinRite difference.

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School Nurses needed in Washington, DC

20001 Tenleytown, District Of Columbia Delta-T Group Inc

Posted 6 days ago

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Location: Washington, DC 20001

Date Posted: 08/29/2025

Category:

Education: Nursing License or Certification

Delta-T Group is a nationwide provider of interim staffing referrals and workforce solutions within the K12 education, social service, behavioral health, substance abuse and disability fields. We connect caring professionals with rich and rewarding client opportunities.

Our client is seeking a Licensed RN - School Nurse to work with school-age students in the Washington, DC area. This is a full or part-time schedule, Monday-Friday assignment.

SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY

* Provide direct nursing care to students, including first aid, medication administration, and management of chronic health conditions.
* Conduct health screenings and maintain accurate health records.
* Collaborate with school staff, parents, and healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized healthcare plans.
* Educate students and staff on health and wellness topics.
* Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations and school policies.
* Participate in the planning and execution of health-related events and programs.

CLIENT'S REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
* Current Nursing License (RN) in the District of Columbia
* Experience in pediatric or school nursing highly preferred
* Current BLS CPR

DTG ADVANTAGES
* Work with one of the nation's largest behavioral health referral agencies
* Flexible schedule as a Contractor. Choose assignments that best fit your schedule.
* Availability of 40-hour work week schedule.
* Ability to grow professionally

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable, and innovative staffing solutions for social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education staffing, for the betterment of those needing care and support.

Title: School Nurses needed in Washington, DC

Class:

Type: TEMPORARY

Ref. No.: -5

BC: #DTG159

Company: Delta-T Group Virginia, Inc.

Contract Contact: Contract Submit VA

Office Email:

Office Phone:

Office Address: 1952 Gallows Road, Suite 100, Vienna, VA 22182

About Us: Each Delta-T Group office is separately incorporated. Delta-T Group is a referral service for self-employed independent contractors seeking behavioral healthcare education and social service supplemental marketplace opportunities. Delta-T cannot guarantee any number or duration of referrals or opportunities as a result of your registration. When and if opportunities become available, you may accept or decline such referrals at your sole discretion.
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School Nurses / Loudoun County- $55+/hr

20148 Ashburn, Virginia Delta-T Group Inc

Posted 8 days ago

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Location: Ashburn, VA 20148

Date Posted: 08/29/2025

Category: Nursing

Education:

Our client in Washington, DC is seeking several School Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and several School Registered Nurses to provide M-F clinical support and care. If you do not currently hold a DC license, you will be able to attend orientation with the receipt showing you have applied for a reciprocal license.

Please note that RNs are able to take home $8k+/month.
LPNs are able to take home $k/month.
Either RNs or LPNs are welcome to reply to this posting.

SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY
* Provide comprehensive school health nursing services to school-age children
* Community outreach, parent and care giver education, general nutrition, wellness education as well as immunizations
* Service as a health resource for educators and administrators
* Rotate between assigned schools as needed/required
* Organize nursing activities for the day, including vision and hearing screening, clinical assessment of health conditions, and referrals
* Appraise and address the needs of the general student population, students with chronic and acute health problems, and special education students with unique or complex needs

DTG'S COMPANY OVERVIEW
Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable referrals, and innovative referral solutions, for the social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education fields, for the betterment of independent behavioral health professionals seeking new opportunities and those needing care and support.

Title: School Nurses / Loudoun County- 55+/hr

Class: Nursing

Type: TEMPORARY

Ref. No.:

BC: #DTG113

Company: Delta-T Group Virginia, Inc.

Contract Contact: Contract Submit VA

Office Email:

Office Phone:

Office Address: 1952 Gallows Road, Suite 100, Vienna, VA 22182

About Us: Each Delta-T Group office is separately incorporated. Delta-T Group is a referral service for self-employed independent contractors seeking behavioral healthcare education and social service supplemental marketplace opportunities. Delta-T cannot guarantee any number or duration of referrals or opportunities as a result of your registration. When and if opportunities become available, you may accept or decline such referrals at your sole discretion.
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*Registered Nurse II (Experienced Telemetry or Step-Down Nurses welcome to apply) - Heart and Kid...

20319 Tenleytown, District Of Columbia Children's National Medical Center

Posted 6 days ago

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Welcome to the Heart and Kidney Unit!

and Kidney Unit (HKU): is a 20-bed unit which focuses on family-centered care for children with cardiac and renal diseases. On the HKU, patients range in age from neonates through adults. Patients may be receiving care for:

* Heart surgery
* Diagnostic or interventional cardiac catheterizations
* Dialysis
* Acute or chronic renal failure
* Nephrotic or nephritic disorders
* Organ transplantation

All patient beds have cardiac and respiratory monitoring. The HKU primarily admits patients from the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Ambulatory Clinic, PACU and EMTC. The unit also admits 23-hour patients with cardiac and renal disease.

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large.

Minimum Education

ASN

BSN (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

1 year RN experience (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children's National.

Keep knowledge base current with new information or changes in specialty area.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required)

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) .

Functional Accountabilities

Transformational Leadership

* Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent updating of professional profile and initiation of council involvement, committees, task forces and /or community outreach.
* Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem solving appropriately during patient care.
* Communicate to reflect development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients' needs.
* Independently initiate escalation of issues utilizing chain of command.
* Demonstrate proper use of the currently identified hand off processes.
* Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with ancillary staff.
* Participate in implementing change and support management decisions.
* Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others.

Structural Empowerment

* Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS.
* Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice.
* Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations.
* Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support advancement of education and certification as well.
* Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers.
* Utilize resources as needed and know when to escalate to next level.

Exemplary Professional Practice

* Utilize assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of data base and plan of care within identified timeframes.
* Demonstrate clinical skills with complex patients that reflect analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions.
* Role model skill in prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs.
* Documentation exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice.
* Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge.
* Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and is able to complete assignment on time.
* Demonstrate caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores.

Safety

* Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
* Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
* Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
* Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
* Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
* Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational Accountabilities

New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements

* Identify ways to improve operations through quality improvement and assist in implementation of solutions.
* Identify self learning needs and take initiative to meet those needs.
* Ensure care is based on evidence with the literature and benchmarking

Organizational Commitment/Identification

* Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
* Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
* Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
* Maintain confidentiality at all times

Customer Service

* Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork/Communication

* Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
* Partner with all team members to achieve goals
* Receptive to others' ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving

* Contribute to a positive work environment
* Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
* Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
* Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility

* Use resources efficiently
* Search for less costly ways of doing things
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Registered Nurse II (Experienced Telemetry or Step-Down Nurses welcome to apply) - Heart and Kidn...

20022 Tenleytown, District Of Columbia Children's National Hospital

Posted 9 days ago

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Welcome to the Heart and Kidney Unit!



3E-Heart and Kidney Unit (HKU): is a 20-bed unit which focuses on family-centered care for children with cardiac and renal diseases. On the HKU, patients range in age from neonates through adults. Patients may be receiving care for:
• Heart surgery
• Diagnostic or interventional cardiac catheterizations
• Dialysis
• Acute or chronic renal failure
• Nephrotic or nephritic disorders
• Organ transplantation

All patient beds have cardiac and respiratory monitoring. The HKU primarily admits patients from the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Ambulatory Clinic, PACU and EMTC. The unit also admits 23-hour patients with cardiac and renal disease.

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large.

Qualifications:
Minimum Education

ASN

BSN (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience
1 year RN experience (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children's National.
Keep knowledge base current with new information or changes in specialty area.

Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required)

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) .

Functional Accountabilities
Transformational Leadership
  • Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent updating of professional profile and initiation of council involvement, committees, task forces and /or community outreach.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem solving appropriately during patient care.
  • Communicate to reflect development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients' needs.
  • Independently initiate escalation of issues utilizing chain of command.
  • Demonstrate proper use of the currently identified hand off processes.
  • Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with ancillary staff.
  • Participate in implementing change and support management decisions.
  • Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others.
Structural Empowerment
  • Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS.
  • Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice.
  • Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations.
  • Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support advancement of education and certification as well.
  • Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers.
  • Utilize resources as needed and know when to escalate to next level.
Exemplary Professional Practice
  • Utilize assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of data base and plan of care within identified timeframes.
  • Demonstrate clinical skills with complex patients that reflect analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions.
  • Role model skill in prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs.
  • Documentation exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice.
  • Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge.
  • Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and is able to complete assignment on time.
  • Demonstrate caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores.
Safety
  • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
  • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
  • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
  • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
  • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
  • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
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Registered Nurse II (Experienced Telemetry or Step-Down Nurses welcome to apply) - Heart and Kidn...

20010 Tenleytown, District Of Columbia Children's National Hospital

Posted 9 days ago

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Job Description

Welcome to the Heart and Kidney Unit!



3E-Heart and Kidney Unit (HKU): is a 20-bed unit which focuses on family-centered care for children with cardiac and renal diseases. On the HKU, patients range in age from neonates through adults. Patients may be receiving care for:
• Heart surgery
• Diagnostic or interventional cardiac catheterizations
• Dialysis
• Acute or chronic renal failure
• Nephrotic or nephritic disorders
• Organ transplantation

All patient beds have cardiac and respiratory monitoring. The HKU primarily admits patients from the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Ambulatory Clinic, PACU and EMTC. The unit also admits 23-hour patients with cardiac and renal disease.

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large.

Qualifications:
Minimum Education
ASN

BSN (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience
1 year RN experience (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children's National.
Keep knowledge base current with new information or changes in specialty area.

Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required)

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) .

Functional Accountabilities
Transformational Leadership
  • Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent updating of professional profile and initiation of council involvement, committees, task forces and /or community outreach.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem solving appropriately during patient care.
  • Communicate to reflect development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients' needs.
  • Independently initiate escalation of issues utilizing chain of command.
  • Demonstrate proper use of the currently identified hand off processes.
  • Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with ancillary staff.
  • Participate in implementing change and support management decisions.
  • Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others.
Structural Empowerment
  • Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS.
  • Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice.
  • Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations.
  • Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support advancement of education and certification as well.
  • Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers.
  • Utilize resources as needed and know when to escalate to next level.
Exemplary Professional Practice
  • Utilize assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of data base and plan of care within identified timeframes.
  • Demonstrate clinical skills with complex patients that reflect analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions.
  • Role model skill in prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs.
  • Documentation exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice.
  • Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge.
  • Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and is able to complete assignment on time.
  • Demonstrate caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores.
Safety
  • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
  • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
  • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
  • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
  • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
  • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
Organizational Accountabilities
New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements
  • Identify ways to improve operations through quality improvement and assist in implementation of solutions.
  • Identify self learning needs and take initiative to meet those needs.
  • Ensure care is based on evidence with the literature and benchmarking
Organizational Commitment/Identification
  • Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
  • Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
  • Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
  • Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
  • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
  • Partner with all team members to achieve goals
  • Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
  • Contribute to a positive work environment
  • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
  • Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
  • Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
  • Use resources efficiently
  • Search for less costly ways of doing things
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Registered Nurse II (Experienced Telemetry or Step-Down Nurses welcome to apply) - Heart and Kidn...

20319 Tenleytown, District Of Columbia Children's National Medical Center

Posted 9 days ago

Job Viewed

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Job Description

Welcome to the Heart and Kidney Unit!

and Kidney Unit (HKU): is a 20-bed unit which focuses on family-centered care for children with cardiac and renal diseases. On the HKU, patients range in age from neonates through adults. Patients may be receiving care for:

* Heart surgery
* Diagnostic or interventional cardiac catheterizations
* Dialysis
* Acute or chronic renal failure
* Nephrotic or nephritic disorders
* Organ transplantation

All patient beds have cardiac and respiratory monitoring. The HKU primarily admits patients from the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Ambulatory Clinic, PACU and EMTC. The unit also admits 23-hour patients with cardiac and renal disease.

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large.

Minimum Education

ASN

BSN (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

1 year RN experience (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children's National.

Keep knowledge base current with new information or changes in specialty area.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required)

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) .

Functional Accountabilities

Transformational Leadership

* Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent updating of professional profile and initiation of council involvement, committees, task forces and /or community outreach.
* Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem solving appropriately during patient care.
* Communicate to reflect development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients' needs.
* Independently initiate escalation of issues utilizing chain of command.
* Demonstrate proper use of the currently identified hand off processes.
* Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with ancillary staff.
* Participate in implementing change and support management decisions.
* Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others.

Structural Empowerment

* Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS.
* Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice.
* Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations.
* Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support advancement of education and certification as well.
* Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers.
* Utilize resources as needed and know when to escalate to next level.

Exemplary Professional Practice

* Utilize assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of data base and plan of care within identified timeframes.
* Demonstrate clinical skills with complex patients that reflect analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions.
* Role model skill in prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs.
* Documentation exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice.
* Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge.
* Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and is able to complete assignment on time.
* Demonstrate caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores.

Safety

* Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
* Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
* Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
* Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
* Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
* Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
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