64 nursing jobs found in Lanham, MD

About this Job: General Summary of Position The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of Nursing in providing leadership and oversight for a specific unit/department. Directs and coordinates the nursing and patient care delivery of the unit-based professional and support personnel. Ensures the provision of holistic culturally competent and person-centered quality safe and cost-effective evidence-based nursing care for patients/families. Applies the nursing process within the context of the organization's shared/collaborative decision-making framework. Collaboratively manages the patient's transitions across the continuum of care to assist patients and populations in achieving or maintaining an optimal level of health and funThe Assistant Director of Nursing assumes administrative and leadership authority and responsibility on a 24 hours/7 days per week basis...

About this Job: MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is looking for Assistant Directors of Nursing on our MedSurg Floor.   This is a rotating shift (Days and Evenings) Typically 3 evening shifts with 5 8-hour shifts per week.   Our hospital center is leading the way by providing the highest quality clinical care with advanced technology, innovative medical services, and the region's top doctors. Our hospital center not only treats illnesses and injuries but also promotes wellness and community health. We are a full-service acute care facility with more than 44,000 emergency room visits and nearly 11,000 admissions each year. Our hospital's commitment to advanced technology distinguishes it from community hospitals. Our goal is to help residents of Southern Maryland achieve the highest possible level of physical and mental health and thereby improve the quality of life in our community. We strive to provide comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and community services to...

About this Job: General Summary of Position The Senior Director of Nursing Research assumes a leadership role in setting the MedStar Health system nursing vision and strategy for research and scientific inquiry. The Senior Director provides expertise and operational leadership for nursing research evidence-based practice (EBP) and outcomes evaluation for key nursing programs. The Senior Director builds systemwide research capacity accelerates clinical nurse-led inquiry and research activities that support Magnet recognition and nursing excellence in alignment with system nursing strategic plan and priority goals. The System Director of Nursing Research fosters a systemwide culture of inquiry mentors clinical nurses in the conduct of research ensures compliance with related regulatory standards and integrates EBP into nursing practice to improve patient care outcomes. Collaborates with nursing academic-practice partners and other healthcare disciplines both internal and external...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse to join our dynamic 14-bed Labor & Delivery unit , featuring 3 dedicated OB operating suites and an 8-bed OB triage area .   Our team provides comprehensive, family-centered care across the full spectrum of labor and delivery, from low-risk births to high-acuity obstetrical care. Nurses in this role practice in a fast-paced, collaborative environment alongside obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, neonatology, and surgical teams. Tour the Women’s Pavilion: http://bit.ly/3lIEFza   Key Responsibilities   The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of Nursing in providing leadership and oversight for a specific unit/department. Directs and coordinates the nursing and patient care delivery of the unit-based professional and...

About this Job: Unit Highlights Oversight of the Women's and Infant Health Pavilion (Labor and Delivery, Obstetrics, Special Care Nursery). Excellent PTO and work-life balance. Free parking, relocation reimbursement (if 50 mi from location), and generous benefits. Magnet Designated hospital. Strong support from executive leadership. Assistant Directors of Nursing (ADONs) to cover unit needs.   Key Responsibilities   The Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing's (DON) leadership/management team and is responsible for one or more defined units/departments of organized nursing and patient care services. Creates a practice environment that exemplifies the values of patient care and implements a patient and nursing care delivery system which puts the patient first. Recognized as a professional role model who promotes an environment that supports the goals, mission, vision, philosophy and values of the Division of Nursing and...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse to join our dynamic 14-bed Labor & Delivery unit , featuring 3 dedicated OB operating suites and an 8-bed OB triage area .   Our team provides comprehensive, family-centered care across the full spectrum of labor and delivery, from low-risk births to high-acuity obstetrical care. Nurses in this role practice in a fast-paced, collaborative environment alongside obstetricians, midwives, anesthesiologists, neonatology, and surgical teams. Tour the Women’s Pavilion: http://bit.ly/3lIEFza     Key Responsibilities   The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of Nursing in providing leadership and oversight for a specific unit/department. Directs and coordinates the nursing and patient care delivery of the unit-based professional and...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Provides teaches and demonstrates professional nursing activities in accordance with policies and procedures of the agency and as defined by the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Maryland District of Columbia or Virginia. Primary Duties and Responsibilities   Analyzes and documents patients' and family's responses to interventions. Evaluates measurable progress toward goals and revise plan of care. Identifies and modifies underlying factors that impede progress toward goals. Makes recommendations for updates in the plan of care using knowledge of interventions and resources. Collaborates with the patient's physician and staff in planning and evaluating patient care. Provides timely pertinent written and verbal information to physicians and insurance case managers. Establishes visit schedule and informs patient/family and team supervisor. Uses a wide variety of community and agency resources as needed to meet patient needs....

About this Job: General Summary of Position Delivers proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Receives supervision from the Nurse Leader and functional supervision from the clinical coach/designee. May at times receive functional supervision from other registered nurses. Primary Duties and Responsibilities   CLINICAL: Identifies current and potential complex problems of a specific patient population critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses. CLINICAL: Collaborates with nurse leaders and colleagues to develop standards of care. CLINICAL: Develops and documents a plan of care that communicates to all caregivers the individualized needs of a patient with highly complex problems. CLINICAL: Identifies and evaluates long and short-range goals of nursing interventions. CLINICAL: Serves as a patient advocate by...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   Are you looking for an exciting opportunity? Consider joining our nursing team in the  Medical Surgical  division at  MedStar Georgetown University Hospital .   This is a unique chance to be part of a dedicated team providing exceptional care to our patients while strengthening your nursing practice. We are  seeking  passionate and skilled nurses who are ready to bring their  expertise , enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence to this growing team.   The Medical Surgical division is currently offering opportunities  on the following unit:   General Medical/Surgical (C6-2)  C6-2 is a newly established 16-bed General Medical-Surgical Unit dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our team cares for a diverse patient population with a range of medical conditions and post-surgical needs, providing nurses with valuable opportunities to...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Provides educational leadership for professional nursing practice in alignment with the mission vision values and goals of the Division of Nursing/MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Magnet designation. Exemplifies and promotes excellence in education practice and research through leadership and mentorship of nursing staff and through collaborative multidisciplinary relationships within the medical center as well as throughout local regional and national arenas. Uses adult learning principles and instructional strategies to assess design implement and evaluate continuing nursing education programs that enhance and promote clinical competency and standards of care. Promotes disseminates and integrates evidence-based practice performance improvement and nursing research into clinical practice. Supports and facilitates certification of clinical nurses. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and...

About this Job: Unit Description MedStar Health's Wound Healing Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital offers the most advanced wound care for complex or chronic sores, ulcers, and infections. Our comprehensive services range from diabetes education and wound prevention to sophisticated reconstructive surgeries that prevent limb loss. We also have experts in hyperbaric medicine, and we're the only hyperbaric oxygen therapy program accredited by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society in Washington, D.C.   General Summary of Position Facilitates the operational management and administration of those activities which promote the delivery of safe efficient and therapeutically effective care to an ambulatory population. Provides direct and indirect patient care utilizing the nursing process to assist with patient care for the program under the supervision of the attending physicians. Provides patient and family education facilitates QA/QI activities in-service...

About this Job:   Now is the perfect time to come join our outstanding Emergency Department team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital!   State-of-the-Art Facilities:  The Verstandig Pavilion is equipped with all-private inpatient rooms and the latest medical technology, ensuring an optimal environment for both patients and healthcare professionals. Modernized Emergency Department:  Our newly expanded and modernized ED includes a fast-track area, separate ambulance entrance, and private treatment/exam rooms, facilitating efficient and high-quality patient care. Rooftop Helipad:  Direct access to our ICUs and ED via a rooftop helipad, allowing for swift and seamless patient transfers. Reputation:  Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations. Awarded the first ANCC Well-Being Excellence™ credential. Magnet® Designation. We are proud to be among the 2% of hospitals to have received Magnet® designation five or more...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   Nurses who work in the MedStar trauma department, care for the acutely ill, medically complex patient. Most of our patients arrive to MedStar via helicopter or ambulance following a traumatic event requiring immediate life-sustaining measures. The typical population includes patients who have been in a significant motor vehicle accident, gunshot wound, severe burn victim or life-threatening accident.  We quicky and efficiently assess and stabilize the patient who arrives through our doors, typically by way of helicopter or ambulance.      MedStar is the pinnacle of clinical acuity at Medstar Washington Hospital Center.  It is the place where critical care RN’s go to become expert trauma nurses.  Here you will be exposed to a variety of specialized procedural nursing skills. The MedStar Clinical Nurse is highly organized, thrives under pressure and has significant clinical knowledge and assessment skills. Our nurses are capable of...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   Our emergency department provides 24-hour-a-day care for patients with all types of acute illness or injury. Our 47-bed level I trauma emergency department is a great place to become an expert acute care nurse. Here you will be exposed to a variety of specialized procedural nursing skills. The ED Clinical Nurse is organized with keen assessment skills. Our nurses are capable of working safely and efficiently in a high stress, multifaceted environment.      We strive to provide safe, quality care by maintaining a patient-centered approach. As well as our patients, we benefit from a multi-disciplinary, collaborative team approach, including Residents/Fellows, Advanced Practice Providers, Respiratory Therapy and Case Management.     Come join our team where we pride ourselves on teamwork, fun, and professional development!   *  Various Scheduling Options Available     Key Responsibilities    As a Clinical...

About this Job: MedStar Health is looking for an  Acute Care OT  to join our team at  MedStar Washington Hospital Center!   The ideal candidate will show professional competency as a general practitioner of Occupational Therapy, independent use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches, and excellent verbal and oral communication skills.     As  an  Acute Care OT , you will  be responsible for   initial  assessment, re-assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation,  reporting,  and documentation of all referred patients within departmental and professional standards. Serves as a resource in  specified  area of expertise. Participates in organizing educational activities and special projects and  facilitates  staff development.     Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Provides pharmaceutical care to assigned patients under the supervision of a more senior clinical pharmacist/manager. Evaluates and interprets physician orders and dispenses medication and other pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established operational procedures professional standards or practice as well as state and district and Federal laws. Primary Duties and Responsibilities   Evaluates medication orders for accuracy and thoroughness. Resolves discrepancies of medication orders through communication with the physician clinical pharmacist or nursing staff and dispenses medication. Assesses feasibility compounds or verifies the compounding of extemporaneous products. Recommends alternative products when appropriate. Prepares IV admixtures and compounds sterile products including but not limited to: large volume parenteral mini-bags TPN solutions and hazardous agents including cytotoxic drugs. Independently responds...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Delivers proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Receives supervision from the Nurse Leader and functional supervision from the clinical coach/designee. May at times receive functional supervision from other registered nurses. Primary Duties and Responsibilities CLINICAL: Identifies current and potential complex problems of a specific patient population critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.CLINICAL: Collaborates with nurse leaders and colleagues to develop standards of care.CLINICAL: Develops and documents a plan of care that communicates to all caregivers the individualized needs of a patient with highly complex problems.CLINICAL: Identifies and evaluates long and short-range goals of nursing interventions.CLINICAL: Serves as a patient advocate by independently...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Delivers proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Receives supervision from the Nurse Leader and functional supervision from the clinical coach/designee. May at times receive functional supervision from other registered nurses. Primary Duties and Responsibilities CLINICAL: Identifies current and potential complex problems of a specific patient population critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.CLINICAL: Collaborates with nurse leaders and colleagues to develop standards of care.CLINICAL: Develops and documents a plan of care that communicates to all caregivers the individualized needs of a patient with highly complex problems.CLINICAL: Identifies and evaluates long and short-range goals of nursing interventions.CLINICAL: Serves as a patient advocate by independently...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Delivers proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Receives supervision from the Nurse Leader and functional supervision from the clinical coach/designee. May at times receive functional supervision from other registered nurses. Primary Duties and Responsibilities CLINICAL: Identifies current and potential complex problems of a specific patient population critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.CLINICAL: Collaborates with nurse leaders and colleagues to develop standards of care.CLINICAL: Develops and documents a plan of care that communicates to all caregivers the individualized needs of a patient with highly complex problems.CLINICAL: Identifies and evaluates long and short-range goals of nursing interventions.CLINICAL: Serves as a patient advocate by independently...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Delivers proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Receives supervision from the Nurse Leader and functional supervision from the clinical coach/designee. May at times receive functional supervision from other registered nurses. Primary Duties and Responsibilities CLINICAL: Identifies current and potential complex problems of a specific patient population critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.CLINICAL: Collaborates with nurse leaders and colleagues to develop standards of care.CLINICAL: Develops and documents a plan of care that communicates to all caregivers the individualized needs of a patient with highly complex problems.CLINICAL: Identifies and evaluates long and short-range goals of nursing interventions.CLINICAL: Serves as a patient advocate by independently...