Registered Nurse, Neuro, Oncology, Stroke Unit

Job summary
Registered Nurse, Neuro, Oncology, Stroke Unit - Full Time - NightsProvides and coordinates independent care to patients within a clinical specialtyRequires possessing a Chemotherapy Provider Card within 6 months of hire
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Provides independent care to unit specific patient population• Serves as clinical resource for others• Assists in team development and evaluation of tenants of Patient and Family Centered Care• Participates in collection of data related to outcomes• Supports charge nurse decisions• Participates in the development of clinical practice protocols and standards• Serves as preceptor, coach, mentor to new nurses and students• Contributes to ancillary personnel skills and development• Attends educational offerings and in-services independently• Maintains competencies required for the patient care setting
Requirements
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland• One year nursing experience• Diploma in nursing or Associates Degree in nursing required• Current BLS certification required• Knowledge of unit-based licensure requirements• Recent applicable clinical experience in a comparable setting• Responsible for maintaining competencies required for the patient care setting• Ability to practice and adhere to professional guidelines• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills• Leadership qualities and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team• Computer literacy for managing patient information• Knowledge of patient-specific and age-specific care needs• Demonstration of patient safety practices
Key Skills Needed
• Chemotherapy Provider• Clinical resource• Team development and evaluation• Data collection• Charge nurse decision-making• Clinical practice protocol development• Preceptorship and mentoring• Education and in-service attendance• Computer literacy• Effective communication• Leadership and teamwork• Patient safety practices