RN - CLINICAL DECISION UNIT (CDU) -PT 48 hours per payperiod 7P to 7A - Elkton, United States - Christiana Care Health System

Description

At ChristianaCare, Union Hospital our 12 bed Clinical Decision Unit is seeking a Registered Nurse for Part time 7P to 7A -48 hours per pay Our CDU has been created to provide superior patient care to those patients requiring observation


Job Summary:

The nurse uses the standards of practice and professional performance with assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to the Nurse Practice Act and the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics.

The staff nurse is a licensed RN who is responsible for providing safe, effective nursing care to patients using the nursing process and aligning with accepted standards of progressive care nursing and the policies and procedures of Union Hospital.

The RN administers monitors, and documents medications and treatments within the scope of practice. The RN monitors and reports expected and adverse reactions to treatments, procedures and medications. The RN provides individualizing care, collaborating with patient, family and doctor.

The RN is responsible for coordinating and giving to the commitment of providing a safe and secure unit for patient care.

This job requires employees to demonstrate initial and annual proficiencies in order to remain in the position.
Essential Job Functions

Service Excellence to all customers at all times
Medication Administration Competency
Physical Assessment Competency
Provision of nursing treatments within scope of practice
Excellent Interpersonal Communication skills
Collaboration with multi-disciplinary team members

Collaboration and Flexibility Critical Demands:
Ability to perform optimally and efficiently in crisis situations.

Ability and willingness to work with a wide variety of patients, and to maintain integrity and efficiency in times of high stress.

Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload. Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision. Discretion and confidentiality are required.

Requirements

Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maryland RN license or license from a compact state. American Heart Association BLS required. American Heart Association ACLS required within 1 year of start date. NIH Stroke certification required within 90 days of start date.

Details of Shifts:
this is a Nightshift position: 7 P to 7A : part time benefits eligible
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

Delaware lifestyles. People who live in and around Wilmington and Newark will tell you what a great region this is. A rewarding career with Christiana Care is your connection to it all.


Here, you'll enjoy:
Lower living costs and no sales tax. Excellent shopping, entertainment and restaurants. High-quality public and private schools, universities and colleges. Reliable public transportation, air and rail services. Short driving distances to Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Beautiful homes in welcoming neighborhoods. A choice of urban, suburban and rural locations. Delaware's pristine beaches, waterways and parks.