CLINICAL NURSE II (RN) Days - OR

Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Job Description

This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses who have greater than 12 months’ experience. Provides and coordinates independent care to patients within a clinical specialty as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team. Utilizes the institution’s care delivery and professional practice models as the frame of reference for practicing as a professional nurse. Participates in activities to develop own practice, and to support group practice goals at the unit level. Will be accountable to patient, family and team members for care provided and to the nurse manager for totality of work performance. Will be accountable to hold to the Service Standards and to the Nursing Mission, Vision and Values.

• Assists in the maintenance of equipment by proper cleaning, care and sterilization.
• Observes and watches the patient at all times, prior and post to induction, providing a safe environment through proper care and handling.
• Assists in maintenance, care and cleanliness of supplies.
• Assists in the inventory of supplies and equipment to assure availability and maintain set par level.
• Provides special equipment before, during and after a procedure according to need.
• Maintains traffic control through the use of proper areas and corridors at all times. 
• Acts as preceptor for new orientees when requested.
• Wears appropriate clothing, hair coverings and masks in designated areas.
• Safely transports, transfers patients using appropriate body mechanics.
• Distributes supplies and equipment to suites as directed.
• Assists the surgical team when directed.
• Maintains awareness of safety hazards of equipment to prevent damage or harm to personnel and patients.
• Develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members.
• Serves on committees, task forces, process action teams, public relations activities and/or work groups on a voluntary and appointment basis at the division and/or hospital level.
• Demonstrates compliance with patient safety and risk management protocols.
• Reports problems and resolutions of problems regarding patients, team members, visitors, etc. to nurse and is able to recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Demonstrates self-directed learning initiatives and seeks ways to maintain current competency and respond to new clinical opportunities.
• Demonstrates skills and competencies for the preschooler, school age, adolescent, adult and elderly patient.
• Provides care in compliance with age-specific guidelines as outlined in departmental structural standards.

Qualifications

Education & Training: 

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
• BSN preferred.
• One year OR nursing experience required. Solid knowledge and clinical skills
• Current BLS card (AHA or American Red Cross), ACLS, PALS is required.
• Current CPR certification required
• Membership in AORN and CNOR certification strongly encouraged.
• Up-to-date status on all mandatory training and classes
• Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education every two years

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Full-Time/Days (8,10,12 hr. shifts) (1 weekend day shift every 6 weeks)
• Pay Range: $37-$54.18
• Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differential
  • $15,000 Sing-on Bonus with a 2-year work commitment; some restrictions my apply
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide

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