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About this Job: General Summary of Position Coordinates the operations of designated ambulatory practice(s) associates. Supervises clinical and support staff. Provides direct patient care and assists physicians with patient care. Develops, implements, and maintains operational policies and procedures in consultation with physicians and administrator.   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. Coordinates the day-to-day patient flow of designated ambulatory practices. Adjusts schedules/patient appointments to meet changing priorities due to severity of patients' needs. Works with physicians and staff to minimize patient wait. Supervises clinical and support staff. Establishes work schedules makes daily assignments delegates and assigns...

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 The incumbent in this position is responsible for providing competent professional nursing care using the nursing process. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Medstar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy policies procedures and standards. Primary Duties and Responsibilities PRACTICE and QUALITYProvide relationship-based care that promotes continuous consistent efficient and accountable delivery of nursing care using the nursing process.Demonstrates professional practice utilizing the framework of the professional practice model and is grounded in a culture of safety and quality.COMMUNICATION and COLLABORATIONCommunicates and collaborates with interprofessional groups to ensure coordination continuity and safe care.Communicates verbal information and documents are written and electronic information that reflects the planned and delivered care for patients.LEADERSHIPSupports...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Professional care provider who assesses plans implements and evaluates the nursing care of patients from admission through discharge. In collaboration with the patient and family provides theory-based professional nursing care and coordinates care delivery with various members of the interdisciplinary team Primary Duties and Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards safety standards and MedStar SPIRIT Values. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Collects and analyzes significant patient's information that pertains to physical psychological socio-cultural economic spiritual and life-style behaviors and efficiently leveraging available technology.Functions autonomously providing relationship-based care that promotes continuous consistent efficient and accountable delivery of nursing care using the...

About this Job: General Summary of Position   MedStar Health is looking for a Social Work Team Leader Inpatient Case Manager to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center!      The Team Lead Inpatient Case Manager provides patient/family interventions to facilitate quality patient care and timely discharge. Coordinates with physicians, nurses, Clinical Resource Management (CRM) Case Managers and other disciplines, including outside agencies, to expedite the effectiveness and timeliness of post-acute care and discharge planning. Using a variety of treatment modalities, Senior CSWS assists patients and families in the resolution of social, financial, and emotional problems related to illness, health care and rehabilitation. Effectively and efficiently provides complete comprehensive discharge plans to decrease LOS by having services available promptly. Provides additional care for the psychiatric, ETOH/drug abuse, rape, neglected adult and child, and...

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: General Summary of Position We have an opportunity for an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join our Oncology Infusion Center at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Collaborates and consults with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe efficacious and cost-effective prescribing dispensing administration and monitoring of medication in the provision of pharmaceutical care. In so doing the pharmacist must have current specialized drug knowledge and demonstrate judgment communication skills self-direction and motivation to affect positive interventions in patient outcomes beyond those exhibited by those in a Clinical Pharmacist I position. Participate in educational programs as necessary to provide basic and advanced services of the Pharmacy Department. Additionally perform in the Clinical Pharmacist I role with its accountabilities and job activities pertaining to drug distribution supervision and non-­ dispensing...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   Nurses on 4NE care for complex Cardiac patients. Patients on this unit are mostly post cardiac procedures. We work closely with EP lab, Cath lab, and heart failure. Many of our patients have multiple co-morbidities in addition to cardiac issues. This allows our nurses to experience and learn a great deal. 4NE is unique in that 6 of our 30 beds are classified as IMC. These patients have a higher need of care and require closer observation. We also work closely with the appointed resident team and hospitalist. Our nurses are dedicated to providing excellent nursing care. We enjoy the multiple opportunities to learn and care for a multitude of intricate patients.   With both Magnet and Pathway to Excellence® designations, we join an elite group as one of only two hospitals nationwide with active dual designations for nursing excellence and an outstanding work environment, as recognized by the ANCC. Nursing Benefits Nationally...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   Nurses on 3NW specialize in the treatment of advanced heart failure. We provide care for medically complex patients requiring advanced treatment options for heart failure such as: continuous infusion of IV inotropic drugs, left ventricular assist devices (LVAD), heart transplants, ultra filtration, and high-risk medications used to manage pulmonary hypertension. Our patient population depends on the success of our multidisciplinary team, and a holistic model of care to support them as they cope through their heart failure journey.     With both Magnet and Pathway to Excellence® designations, we join an elite group as one of only two hospitals nationwide with active dual designations for nursing excellence and an outstanding work environment, as recognized by the ANCC.   Nursing Benefits Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources Comprehensive health benefit plans Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   3NE is a cardiac surgery step-down unit. Patients on this unit generally arrive 12-24 hours after open heart surgery and stay through discharge. Nurses work closely with a team of cardiac surgery nurse practitioners to provide excellent care for this unique and specialized patient population. Staff members enjoy the opportunity to guide and care for patients through their recovery process.   With both Magnet and Pathway to Excellence® designations, we join an elite group as one of only two hospitals nationwide with active dual designations for nursing excellence and an outstanding work environment, as recognized by the ANCC.   Nursing Benefits Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources Comprehensive health benefit plans Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options Retirement plans with match Tuition assistance to advance your education Systemwide referral bonus program—up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Collaborates and consults with physicians nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe efficacious and cost-effective prescribing dispensing administration and monitoring of medication in the provision of pharmaceutical care. In so doing the pharmacist must have current specialized drug knowledge and demonstrate judgment communication skills self-direction and motivation to affect positive interventions in patient outcomes beyond those exhibited by those in a Clinical Pharmacist I position. Participate in educational programs as necessary to provide basic and advanced services of the Pharmacy Department. Additionally perform in the Clinical Pharmacist I role with its accountabilities and job activities pertaining to drug distribution supervision and non-­ dispensing functions. Primary Duties and Responsibilities   Evaluates medication orders for accuracy and thoroughness. Resolves discrepancies of medication orders...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Serves as a member of the Case Management Team and applies RN clinical expertise and medical appropriateness to care coordination and discharge planning. Facilitates the delivery of quality cost effective patient-centered care from pre-admission through post-discharge timeframe. Ensures the care is designed to meet individualized patient outcomes. Monitors the care and services delivered to selected patient populations during the acute hospital stay promotes effective case management and utilization of resources and works to achieve optimal clinical and resource outcomes for the acute and post-hospital phases of care.   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. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary health care...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Coordinates daily functions of the practice's EP device program by serving as a primary resource for pacemaker and defibrillator programming and tracking. Provides direct patient care and database administration to assure high-quality care and service to patients with implanted EP devices.   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. Assists in the development and implementation of pre-and postoperative and discharge teaching for patients undergoing implantation of permanent pacemaker/ICD devices EP studies and radiofrequency ablations. Coordinates EP Device Clinic with EP Physicians' Schedules and notifies management of potential scheduling conflicts. Enrolls patients in the appropriate transtelephonic system by...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Delivers proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. RN will be assigned to areas within his/her scope of practice and as deemed appropriate. 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 communicating clinical concerns in a timely manner to other members of the health care...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   Our dynamic Electrophysiology Lab team is made up of Registered Nurses, Cardiovascular Technologist and support staff, to include MOAs and PCT’s, that work in a dynamic and innovative environment for a unique patient population!  Our focus is patient safety while utilizing cutting edge technology and research that supports the treatment and wellness of our patients!  A few of these procedures included the following: Loop Recorders, Electrophysiology Studies, Pacemakers, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), Atrial Fibrillation Ablations, Aflutter Ablations, SVT & VT Ablations, Cryo, and Watchman.  Operating Hours:  Monday- Friday with No Weekends/No Holidays Come join our team as we grow and continue to provide care for a unique and diverse population that requires the specialized care of a dedicated Electrophysiology team. With both Magnet and Pathway to Excellence® designations, we join an elite group as one of only two...

About this Job: Unit Highlights   Nurses in the Cardiac Catheterization lab provide care for both out-patients and in-patients undergoing minimally invasive cardiac procedures using imaging guidance. Our Cardiac Catheterization procedure area includes 11 cardiac catheterization procedure labs, and pre- and post- procedure holding areas.  More than 19,000 interventional heart procedures including percutaneous valve repairs and more than 1,800 open heart surgeries are performed each year.    The Jesse Ball DuPont Fund has recognized Washington Hospital Center as one of the busiest cardiac catheterization programs in the country.  Come join our team where we pride ourselves on teamwork, fun, and professional development!  With both Magnet and Pathway to Excellence® designations, we join an elite group as one of only two hospitals nationwide with active dual designations for nursing excellence and an outstanding work environment, as recognized by the ANCC. Prior...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Serves as a member of the Case Management Team and applies RN clinical expertise and medical appropriateness to care coordination and discharge planning. Facilitates the delivery of quality cost effective patient-centered care from pre-admission through post-discharge timeframe. Ensures the care is designed to meet individualized patient outcomes. Monitors the care and services delivered to selected patient populations during the acute hospital stay promotes effective case management and utilization of resources and works to achieve optimal clinical and resource outcomes for the acute and post-hospital phases of care.   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. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary health care...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Serves as a member of the Case Management Team and applies RN clinical expertise and medical appropriateness to care coordination and discharge planning. Facilitates the delivery of quality cost effective patient-centered care from pre-admission through post-discharge timeframe. Ensures the care is designed to meet individualized patient outcomes. Monitors the care and services delivered to selected patient populations during the acute hospital stay promotes effective case management and utilization of resources and works to achieve optimal clinical and resource outcomes for the acute and post-hospital phases of care.   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. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary health care...

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   Plastic Surgery& Limb Salvage Unit (5 Bles) Our 16-bed Plastic Surgery and Limb Salvage unit, with all-private rooms and the ability to offer continuous pulse oximetry, provides exceptional post-operative care for patients undergoing complex procedures. Common surgical procedures involve reconstructive plastic surgery, diabetic limb salvage including reconstructive flaps, complex wound management, and surgical wound care. This team is notable for its collaborative, interdisciplinary approach. Our nurses also work closely with an exceptional Nurse Practitioner team on this service, who assist to create a strong standard in patient care and facilitate a communication pathway among the physicians, physical therapists and clinical pharmacists.   Key Responsibilities As a Clinical Nurse you will deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. You will identify...