Registered Nurse - General Surgery

General Summary of Position
RN needed for a General Surgery office. This is a fulltime, 40 hour a week position. Monday-Friday day shift. No nights, no weekends, no holidays.
Provides professional nursing care for outpatient clinic patients in the Department of Surgery, following established standards and practices. Duties include, but are not limited to patient assessment, procedure assistance, patient teaching, and telephone triage.
Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required and
• B.S.N. preferred and
• Consideration will be given to an appropriate combination of education/training and experience required

Experience

• 1-2 years 2 years of professional nursing experince required and
• 1-2 years Previous outpatient experience highly desirable.

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse license in the District of Columbia / Maryland / Virginia required and
• CPR certification required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.

Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Performs quality professional nursing service in outpatient clinical setting including, but not limited to: patient assessment, performing procedures, administering medications, patient education, and telephone triage, advising LPN and MA in delivery of nursing care.

Greets patients and prepares them for examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in the collection of samples and tests.

Prepares equipment and assists physicians during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.

Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments and procedures to physicians. Administers prescribed medications, treatments, and procedures in accordance with nursing standards and GUH policies and procedures.

Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results. Obtains and reviews consent forms, treatment plans, and side effects as appropriate. Discusses potential complications with patient and family.

Assess patient need, concerns and problems through direct patient interaction or telephone triage.

Educates patient and family about diagnostic procedures, surgeries, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness. Schedules in services and education sessions with patients and families.

Assists as needed with in-office procedures, including but not limited to: radiofrequency ablations; thoracentesis; incision and drainage; biopsy.

Performs quality control functions of assigned area as directed. Participates in activities to develop and implement quality improvement activities within the practice area.

Maintain collaborative relationships with personnel in other divisions and departments.

Maintains established departmental policies and procedures; attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.

Act as a resource for LPN and MA in Department, and provide coverage as needed.

Maintains an active role in evaluating efficiency of patient care and collaborating with Nurse Manager and MD for continued process improvements.

Exemplifies Guest and Staff Relations and exemplifies MedStar's SPIRIT values in behaviors in all activities.

Assists surgeons and practitioners in preparing patients for surgery: ensuring pre-op clearances/labs obtained; provide pre-op instructions (e.g. bowel prep, NPO after midnight, etc.).

Promote patient experience by focusing on departmental key drivers and helping to develop action plans to improve key drivers.

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork-our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Comprehensive total rewards package-including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home-as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.