General Summary of Position
About MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's 7East General Medical-Surgical Unit
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's 7 East is a 14-bed General Medical-Surgical unit with continuous pulse oximetry monitoring.The Clinical Nurses on 7 East provide expert care for patients with complex, multisystem diagnoses. Their professional experience, compassion and excellent communication skills ensure that all patients receive outstanding care. The unique care provided on 7 East provides a safe and nurturing environment for our patients with a welcoming and collaborative spirit for all associates.
Flexible scheduling! Minimum of 6 shifts, including 4 night or weekend shifts, in a 6 week schedule
General Summary of Position:
The incumbent in this position is responsible for providing competent professional nursing care using the nursing process. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.
The incumbent in this position is responsible for providing competent professional nursing care using the nursing process. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Medstar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.



M inimum Qualifications
Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required
• Bachelor's degree or higher in nursing preferred
Experience
• 2 years Recent acute care experience in the relevant patient care area required
Licenses and Certifications
• Current D.C. license as a Registered Professional Nurse required
• Certification in Basic Life Support required
• Certification in specialty or related specialty preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to perform the nursing technologies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to set priorities and work under stress.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• PRACTICE and QUALITY_x000D_Provide relationship-based care that promotes continuous, consistent, efficient, and accountable delivery of nursing care using the nursing process._x000D_Demonstrates professional practice utilizing the framework of the professional practice model and is grounded in a culture of safety and quality.
• COMMUNICATION and COLLABORATION_x000D_Communicates and collaborates with interprofessional groups to ensure coordination, continuity, and safe care.
• Communicates verbal information and documents are written and electronic information that reflects the planned and delivered care for patients.
• LEADERSHIP_x000D_Supports and contributes to the unit, department, and organizational goals inclusive of the mission, vision, and values._x000D_Demonstrates advocacy and support on behalf of interprofessional teams and patients._x000D_Delegates and supervises nursing staff in providing patient care and assumes leadership roles, e.g., charge nurse role._x000D_Participates in the development and implementation of quality activities.
• PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Serves as a preceptor or mentor._x000D_Participates in professional development activities._x000D_Incorporates evidence-based practice and research into patient care delivery.



About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing thehighest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region,while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, andresearch. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows,and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety ofsettings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, andhighly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As themedical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generationof doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, andpersonal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and thebest of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and ourcommunities. It's how we treat people.