Lead Clinical Rn Icu/Stepdown

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Howard County General Hospital is now " Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center " and cares for a range of patients with severe health conditions. Our hospital has a highly specialized community-based Intensive Care Unit (ICU) dedicated to adult patients requiring intensive monitoring and care after surgery or due to medical conditions, including cardiac care.
The Lead Clinical Nurse coordinates the total care for a group of patients throughout their stay to achieve clinical, financial, and organizational outcomes. The Lead Clinical Nurse is instrumental in mentoring and managing the clinical staff to promote quality, safety, and excellence in care. Serves as a clinical expert and manages an evolving clinical picture, including identifying impending clinical condition changes and responding promptly and appropriately. The Lead Clinical Nurse assumes responsibility and is accountable for overall unit operations in the absence of the Nurse Manager. Able to apply the principles of evidence-based care and service excellence into practice.
The nurses at JHHCMC love what they do! They love supporting the community, and we always seek healthcare professionals who are seeking a home.
Darlene Norton serves as the Nurse Manager, demonstrating a track record of effective leadership. Darlene began her career at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2011, initially joining as an RN. In a short span, she showcased her capabilities, earning promotions to Lead RN and Assistant Nurse Manager in 2019. Her journey continued when she later transferred to HCMC.
Darlene is not only a proficient leader but also a mentor who actively supports the professional growth of RNs. She oversees three vital units: ICU Special Care Unit, ICU, and Cath Lab. If you're seeking a dynamic environment and a chance to work under Darlene's leadership, consider applying to become part of the culture she has nurtured at HCMC!
Why nurses love Howard County Medical Center:

• Team Nursing that focuses on an interdisciplinary approach to care with the nurse at the forefront
• Warm and collegial environment
• Fantastic benefits

• Free parking and more!

The nurses at JHHCMC love what they do! They love supporting the community, and we are always looking for healthcare professionals seeking a home.
Hear directly from our Hospital President, Shafeeq Ahmed, MD, MBA, FACOG , as he provides insights into our work and its motivation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qj5KuB34gU8
Meet Ron Langlotz, RN, DNP, CNO , and discover why he transferred from Johns Hopkins Hospital to join the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center team.
Requirements:

• BSN required.
  • If hired into the Clinical Coordinator role previously, enrollment into a BSN is required within 6 months of transition to the LCN role. Steady progress, defined as 9 credits/year, is required, with degree completion within 4 years.
  
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  
  1. Proficient in terminology related to the area of clinical specialty.
  2. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  
  Licensure, Certification, On-going Training:
  
  1. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of Maryland.
  1. Certification in clinical area of specialty preferred; if not current, will seek certification within two (2) years of hire.
  1. Certification in advanced life support specific to area of clinical specialty required (ACLS, PALS, or NRP).
  
  Work Experience:
  
  1. At least three years of experience in the practice specialty is required.
  
  Benefits for you and your family:
  Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you balance work with life so you can focus on what matters most: your well-being and that of your loved ones. Some of our benefits and rewards include:
  
  • Dependent Child Tuition Assistance
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Two retirement plans: Retirement Income Plan and 403(b) Savings Plan
  • Affordable Healthcare options
  • 7 paid holidays each year
  • Paid Days Leave (PDL)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Clinical ladder
  • Daycare
  • On campus gym
  • Earn $1,000 annually for practicing self-care with Healthy @ Hopkins
  • ...and more
  
  https://jhhsbenefits.com/
  Important Notices:
  ***Effective January 1st. 2022, you must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of your vaccination status as part of your occupational health screening. Exceptions to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement may be granted to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons by following the proper protocols. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Johns Hopkins Health System remains committed to providing the highest quality care for our patients and communities.
  ***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
  Questions for Recruiter: jrehbei1@jhmi.edu
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